The New Case Against Immigration: Both Legal and Illegal

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New research reveals why America can no longer afford mass immigration Mark Krikorian has studied the trends and concluded that America must permanently reduce immigration— both legal and illegal—or face enormous problems in the near future. His argument is based on facts, not fear. Wherever they come from, today’s immigrants are actually very similar to those who arrived a century ago. But they are coming to a very different America—one where changes in the economy, society, and government create different incentives for newcomers. Before the upheavals of the 1960s, the U.S. expected its immigrants—from Italy to India—to earn a living, learn English, and become patriotic Americans. But the rise of identity politics, political correctness, and Great Society programs means we no longer make these demands. In short, the problem isn’t them, it’s us. Even positive developments such as technological progress hinder the assimilation of immigrants. It’s easy now for newcomers to live “transnational” lives. Immigration will be in the headlines through Election Day and beyond, and this controversial book will help drive the debate. Contents......Page 7 Introduction......Page 10 1 Assimilation: The Cracked Melting Pot......Page 19 2 Mass Immigration Versus American Sovereignty......Page 55 3 National Security: Safety in Lower Numbers......Page 101 4 Economy: Cheap Labor Versus Modern America......Page 142 5 Government Spending......Page 176 6 Population......Page 197 7 What Is to Be Done?......Page 221 Acknowledgments......Page 246 Notes......Page 248 Index......Page 296