Abstract
The paper looks at the fall of communism in the USSR in 1991 when emigration restriction policies were changed and many people could finally emigrate to the United States. The paper discusses the ongoing struggles of Russia, Ukraine and other former Soviet republics to become democratic countries. The paper explains that these lingering uncertainties, combined with pervasive political corruption and economic stagnation, have convinced many over the last few years that emigrating to the United States is their only hope of a better future.

From the Paper
"Hutchinson (1981) notes that throughout its history, the United States has experienced continuous immigration, for American political freedoms, religious tolerance, economic opportunities, and huge geographical size have combined to draw millions of people from all around the world to our shores, in hopes of building better lives for themselves and their children. Over the years, the pace of immigration has waxed and waned depending upon political, religious, and economic conditions overseas, and has consisted at different times of a wave of immigrants from Northern European countries, then from southern and eastern European countries, and more recently from Asia and the former republics of the Soviet Union."

Tags:opportunities, Communism, democracy, Gorbachev, anti-immigration, policies

Abstract
This paper examines the Chinese immigrant population in the United States from a province and county of China, Fu Zhou (Fu Jian), a region where the people have traditionally been very different from mainstream Chinese culture. The paper explores the issues faced by these immigrants from Fu Zhou and the challenges that they face in the future. The paper also includes the personal perspective of the author, an Asian-American, in terms of his own views of the problems of immigration and the problems of negative community attribution that many immigrants from Fu Zhou undergo, since they are often looked down upon by mainstream Chinese (Cantonese) immigrants as being uncivilized and overly eager to do anything for money. Finally, the paper addresses the unequal treatment suffered by many immigrant communities in America, as well the conspicuous consumption favored by the Chinese back home in Fu Jian who 'live large' while their American family members work impossibly long hours to bring them the fruits of their labor.

From the Paper
"In New York especially, the majority of Chinese immigrants who hold viable commercial and tourist space in Chinatown are Cantonese. This means that they are from the south of China, mostly from the Guangzhou province or from Hong Kong (Xiang Gang). They are an established immigrant community with labor relations boards and
viable opportunities for the community's grievances to be addressed. Many Americans think of China as being more unified than it really is in terms of groups within the mainland. There are many Chinese who speak different languages within China, and even though Mandarin is supposed to be the official (government) language, there are often language barriers between different people. Mandarin is different from Cantonese, but many Cantonese Chinese can also speak Mandarin, since the newspapers and television programs in China are often in this language."

Tags:cantonese, mandarin, isolated, dominant, seafaring, abilities, barbarian, fu, jian, rural, worker

Abstract
In this article, the writer notes that an estimated 10 million illegal immigrants currently reside in America, having skirted medical check-in processes, perhaps occupying jobs that may otherwise be held by American citizens, and creating a drain on public resources. The writer discusses that approaches for dealing with the illegal immigrant crisis in America have varied widely, with some advocating giving illegal immigrants amnesty and others claiming they should be rounded up and forcibly evicted from the country. The writer maintains that the only real solution to America's current population of illegal immigrants is to legitimize their status and bring them in from the cold, but, in the long-term, legitimization is not practical. Illegal immigrants pose too many health, safety and economic concerns for the American border to remain permanently porous. The writer thus argues that America must get serious about building a border fence, deploying more border agents, or, preferably, both, in order to avoid the future implications of poor border security.

Outline:
Bringing Illegals in from the Cold
Stopping the Flow
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Granting amnesty to illegal aliens is a practical solution because of a simple fact often overlooked by deportation supporters -- rounding up and sending home millions of illegal immigrants is unfeasible. There are 10 million illegal immigrants in America today -- equivalent to 3 percent of the nation's population and 10 times the population of Maine -- and they are spread out. While illegal immigration is often considered a West Coast and Southwest problem, there are illegals in New York City, Chicago, the fruit-picking regions of the Northwest, and just about all spaces in between. The law enforcement effort required to deport 3 percent of America's population would be both cost prohibitive and impractical. Major cities, for example, routinely complain that they do not have enough police officers on the streets to fight crime, and if they turned their attention to illegal immigrants, they would be able to focus on little else. Quite simply, the mass deportation called for by anti-immigration hawks will never happen."

Tags:resources, aliens, amnesty, population

Abstract
The paper relates that the birthrates in most of the developed world have been plummeting for some time now - since at least the 1970s, really. The paper explains that as a result, countries in Scandinavia, Europe and in North America have been forced to look at their public policies and their immigration policies inasmuch as lower birthrates means an older population and increased reliance upon immigration as a means of combating labour shortages that invariably arise as fewer and fewer young people come along to perform those tasks. The paper looks at Canada's demographic make-up relative to the United States' demographic make-up to show that whilst both nations are experiencing a growing diversification of their human capital, Canada is actually more reliant upon immigration for its labour supply than is the United States insofar as its birthrate is considerably lower than America's. Beyond that, with regards to consumer expenditures, the paper notes that the fact that the Canadian birthrate is so low means that consumers over the next couple decades will increasingly be purchasing items that are geared towards elderly individuals: pharmaceutical drugs and health-care products and personal hygiene products intended for the elderly. The paper argues that Canada is hurtling towards a brave new world insofar it simply cannot import enough people from outside its borders to keep up with the relentless aging of its workforce. The paper asserts that for its part, America is not exactly in a great position - but its higher domestic birthrate means that, in the end, it will have the luxury of being more selective about who it lets into the country and that its consumer expenditures will be less concentrated on purchasing goods we commonly associate with the elderly.

From the Paper
"The hard truth of the matter is that the birthrates in most of the developed world have been plummeting for some time now - since at least the 1970s, really. As a result, countries in Scandinavia, Europe and in North America have been forced to look at their public policies and their immigration policies inasmuch as lower birthrates means an older population and increased reliance upon immigration as a means of combating labour shortages that invariably arise as fewer and fewer young people come along to perform those tasks. Over the next several pages, this essay will look at Canada's demographic make-up relative to the United States'..."

Tags:demographics, future, canada

Abstract
This paper explores many issues of culture, race and the concept of multiculturalism within the context of the American melting pot. These issues of culture and especially multiculturalism warrant analysis as they define the American experience for immigrants. This paper focuses specifically on the Korean-American experience and what factors within Korea led many generations of families to leave for a better life in America. The paragraphs first examine the concepts of culture and multiculturalism of today's America and look at how the melting pot has changed. By defining these concepts one can better understand the state of multicultural relations today and how these relations influence the future of American urban life. Second, this paper looks at the circumstances surrounding Korean immigration between 1900 and 1960, specifically focusing on South Korea. These paragraphs describe the major economic, social and political changes that occurred in the region over a period of time. This includes an analysis of the changes and how these changes influence ancestor decision to migrate to the United States. Also included in this paper are the methods and data sources used as literature to determine the reasons for immigration.

Paper Overview
Abstract
Korean Immigrations and Origins
Major Economic, Social and Political Changes
Analysis
Methods and Data Sources
Conclusion
Works Cited

From the Paper
"In many ways, these exiles were far better off than their counterparts who stayed in Korea during the various conflicts as they never lost their spirit or industrious nature toward commerce. In these camps, many Korean prospered and this is evident from the fact they were able to provide Korean based schools for area children. These camps were also able to provide food to other exile camps."

Tags:asian, chicano, eurocentric, civil, rights, Koreatown

Abstract
The paper considers the relationship between current immigration trends and the likely outlook for the future of the American economy. The paper aims to demonstrate that although some contend that immigrants cause increasing unemployment and a decrease in the minimum wage, there is more evidence that shows that immigrants do not negatively affect the native and local economic condition; rather, they bring diversity and vitality to local communities. The paper argues that the continued influx of immigrants is not only inevitable but it is also tantamount to America's future economic prosperity and therefore, much of the grounding for the popular objection to Hispanic immigration is based purely on core racist tendencies amongst Americans.

From the Paper
"As a result, we have reached an economic juncture where the profitability of certain industries actually fully depends on the retention of immigrant labor groups, and of course their exploitation. A seemingly intended byproduct of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), America's relationship with its neighbor to the South as becoming increasingly interdependent. By encouraging American companies to relocate operations to Mexico, NAFTA appears to favor the unfettered exchange of labor forces. And for the United States, it is contended, there is an economic comparative advantage which precipitates that two economies of antithetical scales--such as in the relationship between the U.S. and Mexico, for example--will offer balance to one another under the parameters of free trade."

Tags:employment, wages, exploitation, human, rights

Abstract
This paper examines the changing place of the Latino and Latina in American society, especially as the Hispanic population gains in numbers. The paper also considers how the Latino population is getting greater political power and in some in the Southwest places putting it firmly on target to become the majority population within the near future. Despite this, the paper addresses how Latinos are still subject to discrimination and marginalization. This includes the debate over illegal immigration. The paper concludes with an interview conducted with a young Latina shows how she notes this attitude and also how it affects her.

From the Paper
"The place of the Latino/a in American society has been changing as the population gains in numbers, giving the population greater political power and in some in the Southwest places putting it firmly on target to become the majority population within the near future. At the same time, this population is still subject to discrimination and marginalization because of the ongoing argument first about illegal immigration and, more recently, about legal immigration as well. Since 9-11, the country has been less welcoming and more threatened by the growing Latino/a population. An interview conducted with a young Latina shows how she notes this attitude and also how it affects her..."

Tags:latino, immigration, experience

Abstract
This paper examines what has lead to a stable population growth in the United States. It looks at steps and programs taken by the government to ensure this trend continues and also looks at other factors beyond the government's control which could prove problematic in the future - immigration, longevity. The paper addresses the issues of sex education, quality of life and birth control.

From the Paper
"The United States has managed to achieve a stable reproductive rate. That is, as of 1999, our fertility rate is 2.0, meaning that for each two adults we are having two children. (Carter, 1999) This has no doubt been accomplished because we have learned about how to apply population control within our families. However, it does not mean the United States will never have any problems with population growth in the future. The fertility rate doesn't take immigration into consideration or the fact that many people are living many more years than they used to. It makes sense, then, to continue to concern ourselves about population growth."

Tags:growth, population, demography, immigration, america, longevity

Abstract
The paper attempts to explore the historiography of Chinese-Americans and the impact that the Exclusion Act had on shaping the course of Chinese-American culture. The paper examines why so many Chinese immigrants continued to flock to America in droves if they knew of the hardships and discrimination they would face in America. The paper discovers several historical myths that are not based on primary sources or quantitative data. The paper presents a new approach to Chinese-American history and claims that it will have a dramatic impact on future perceptions of Chinese-Americans.

Outline:
History and Impact of the Exclusion Act
Identity Crisis
A New Generation of Historiographers
Location Specific Works
On Primary Sources

From the Paper
"Erik Lee explored the impact and motive behind the actions of Chinese immigrants in his book At America's Gates. Lee relates the experiences of Chinese Americans to the immigration story of his Grandfather. In this case, he has first had knowledge of the events and their impact on Chinese Americans. This personal experience apparently sparked his interest in the topic of how the Exclusion act impacted other Chinese American Immigrants and their families. Lee uses primary sources to draw his conclusions and support his thesis. He relied exclusively on the documents of immigrants and those that were deported as his data source. This gives his work an incredible air of reliability."

Tags:immigration, race, deportation, identity, discrimination

Abstract
This paper explores and analyzes the effect that race tends to have on socioeconomic standing in the United States. The paper asserts that different ethnicities have different educational goals for their children; educational goals, in turn heavily dictate the future success of these children. The paper also states that although America has been famed to be the land of equal opportunities, it is wrongly named so; social institutions created by the United States government generate opportunity structures strongly based on gender and race, tending to favor whites and the model minorities and discriminate against the less prominent minorities. The paper concludes that although the setting one is born in may not dictate their final location on "Hotel America," it definitely affects their upbringing and their views on education.

From the Paper
"Race has always been an issue in the United States, even before it has become the economic powerhouse that it is today. From slaves to the discrimination that certain racial minorities face today, government policies and the general opinion of the populace have heavily influenced the overall socioeconomic standing of racial groups. Although it may be simple to relate economic success with natural intelligence, there is no evidence that any race is superior to another: in fact, as proven by Peter Berger, Fisher, and Hout, one's upbringing and societal influences affect future success more than any other factor. Race is merely created by society--the genetics between each race is not understood well enough to conclude the stereotypical traits we differentiate each race with. Despite the fact that race is primarily determined by superficial differences such as skin color, it is given heavy influence in our society."

Tags:ethnicity, immigration, prejudice, discrimination