For years, America has been known as The Great Melting Pot. This is due to the mass amounts of immigrants that have congregated in the country since the 18th century. Immigration is what has defined America since its beginning: America began growing from the Quakers and Protestants that fled England from the religious oppression that they faced there. It continued to grow with the Irish that were looking for work and a better opportunity for their children. And it continues to grow with people from all over the world who seek refuge from political, religious, and economical oppression, just like those first immigrants. However, if America’s borders are closed, millions would be left in the dark to fend for themselves. Not only that, immigration has it’s pros that actually help America, including helping the economy, improving its …show more content…
Not only that, the influx of new workers that are willing to work for lower wages would allow businesses more flexibility. This can then lead to better quality products, cheaper prices for consumers, and finally a higher profitability for the companies. The arrival of the immigrants also leads to more consumers, which helps the businesses. The businesses can then expand, offering more jobs, and with more people with jobs, the rate of consumption continues to rise. The aid to America’s economy, especially now, would be ideal.
There is often angst that the incoming immigrants “steal” jobs from hardworking Americans. However, the jobs that the immigrants take are more often than not those that many don’t want to take. They’re the undesirable ones that pay very little, including cleaning, fast food restaurant workers, dishwashers, and cashiers. However, as unattractive as some of these jobs might be, they’re necessary for the running of a business and, ultimately, of the country. They take the jobs that others are unwilling to but are