Informative Speech On Immigration

As the number of illegal immigrants entering the United States begins to increase once more, the issue of allowing or prohibiting immigrants to gain temporary status in order to obtain work continues to create national problems. According to a report given by the Department of Homeland Security, it is estimated that the number of immigrants entering the U.S. is at about 1.1 million people per year. (Hanson Par. 1) These individuals come into the United States in search of better living conditions and opportunities. However, these immigrants face challenges when it comes to work and other types of living.

Thesis: Illegal immigration is a controversial topic that many people do not understand. Illegal immigration has a lot history and has evolved into two different sides: for and against.

Immigration has and still a dilemma for the United States. Immigration has shaped the United States as a nation since the first newcomers arrived over 400 years ago. Immigrants contribute deeply to many of the economic, social, and political processes that are foundational to the United States as a nation. Millions of immigrants are deported every year. The ethnicity of immigrants living in the United States come from all around. Mexico has the largest population of immigrants coming to America. “The number of unauthorized immigrants living in the United States is estimated to 11.2 million, the majority of whom are from Mexico” (Boehm, 32). Some immigrants entered the United States illegally (by crossing the U.S. Border) and some through a visit visa.

Many people think they can show up at a U.S. embassy or border post, describe why they'd make a good addition to U.S. society, and be welcomed in. Unfortunately, this is the exact opposite of how the U.S. immigration system works.

In order for one to truly appreciate the immigration debate, a thorough examination of the legalization process must take place. The first step is a complete understanding of the laws and regulations relating to the issues governing this topic. Those questions include, what does it mean to be illegal, what is an alien, what is the difference between “admission and illegal entry”, how does a person become a legal citizen, what is the process and who is involved in this process? Understanding the answers to these basic immigration law questions can provide clarity, increase awareness and lend credence to the argument that the immigration debate is a convoluted and complex matter, which requires thoughtful, focused deliberation and not a simple

To fully understand the issues developed from illegal immigration, the history of illegal immigration in the U.S. must be understood first. At the country’s start few policies were in place regulating immigration. Conforming to most information, the only people denied entrance to the country were those considered criminals, anarchists, or disease carriers (Eyewitness to History). Protection of this country and its people remains the primary purpose. Still today, near any foreigner has the ability to legally reside in this country. However, through the years, the process of becoming legal in the United States has become much more

The complexity of immigration in the United States finds its routes both in its historical meaning within the United States, as well as the various actors and countries currently involved in the situation. Historically, the United States is a country of immigrants. In past decades, millions of people from around the world have come to the country in hope of starting a new and better life. Currently, the United States is experiencing a constant flow of people coming from the Northern Triangle (Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala) in Central America. According to the Council on Foreign Affairs’ article ‘Central America’s Violent Northern Triangle’ written by Danielle Renwick, “nearly 10 percent of the

"How the United States Immigration System Works." American Immigration Council. N.p., 30 Jan. 2017. Web. 02 Feb. 2017. .

A river can be long and winding, slow paced with many obstacles, or it can be short and fast, nothing standing in it’s way. Immigration is similar in this way, it can be a long journey taking years of dedication, work and money or it can be quick and easy, with nearly zero

In recent times, illegal immigration has become a key political issue in the United States. A great deal of the debate on illegal immigration, centers on a workable path to United States citizenship. Immigration policy has been at the center of large public demonstrations and sustained political debate in the United States. This has resulted in a need for a better understanding of the politics of immigration policy. Immigration policy by its nature has several different aims, supporters and opponents vary based on types of immigration policy.1

Immigration continues to be a hot topic in the United States. The issue is a particularly sensitive one, as it affects matters such as national security, the economy, and the American way of life. Frustrated by Congress’ inaction, President Barack Obama is attempting to fix what many see as the broken immigration system, and one such move was through the executive actions he announced last November 20, which aims to provide relief from deportation for those who were brought to the country as children and their parents. Immigration has certainly not escaped the media’s attention, and it has spurred debate among people from all walks of life. Immigrants contribute significantly to the U.S. economy and culture, and it is the duty of Americans to embrace disadvantaged peoples; therefore, the government should strive to legalize the stay of law abiding foreigners.

In America, the complex problem of illegal immigration is growing very rapidly. Until recently, illegal immigration has been seemingly overlooked by many in this country. Over the past decade, immigration law enforcement has become more and more relaxed. Illegal immigrants have been pouring into this country undocumented, and the flow completely uncontrolled. While legal immigration can be very good, the open flow of illegal immigrants into the United States of America is greatly detrimental to the sovereignty and independence of this nation.

Through the past few decades, the rise of illegal immigrants has been both good and bad. The topic of illegal immigration has recently been brought up frequently by politicians, seeing the economic problems that have occurred. An “illegal” immigrant is somebody who enters a country without following the proper legal requirements to make them a citizen. Illegal immigration is not only taking place in the United States, but all over the globe. The United States has seen the most amount of illegal immigrants by far. A 2010 Census reported that there were more than 10 million immigrants living in the United States. Although many disagree, saying that that number is only an estimate, some

As defined by Merriam-Webster, An immigrant is “a person who comes to a country to take up permanent residence.” Immigrants are different threads of the intricate, diverse fabric of America and have necessary and essential political, agricultural, social and economic effects that course through the United States like electrical currents, powering the country. As a result of this, in order for our country to prosper, immigration cannot be completely banned, but it cannot be allowed without limitations.

The United States is one of the greatest countries with immigrants. However illegal immigration often occurs. The legalization process is very complicated. Also the process cost a lot of money. First, immigrants have to apply for a visa an also a passport. When making the process, a background investigation is required. That includes: history of criminal records, and education record. If the immigrant is approved for a working permit, immigrants have to follow a certain process. After having the visa for six months. If the immigrant qualifies they can apply for a temporary green card. The whole process can be very exhausting and takes up a long time. The temporary green card is for two years. Thus, that they can apply for the naturalization process. The process becomes faster if the immigrant is married to a USA citizen. Another example, why illegal immigration occurs is because immigrants have to face