SS 2600 Lecture Notes - Lecture 12: Immigration Policy, Immigration Enforcement
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Immigration has been a hotly debated issue in the united states for decades, and the country"s immigration policy has been subject to constant change. The current immigration system has been criticized for being inefficient, overly complex, and at times, unfair. In this essay, we will examine the politics of immigration policy in the united states, including its history, key issues, and potential solutions. Immigration policy in the united states has been shaped by historical and political forces. The united states has a long history of immigration, and at different times, the government has welcomed or excluded various groups of immigrants. 1965 marked a significant turning point in american immigration policy, replacing the previous quota system with a system that prioritized family reunification and employment. Since then, the system has been revised multiple times, but there are still challenges to overcome.
