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One thing that’s clear from talking to members of the community is the connection between the economy and immigration. Most experts say economic opportunities drive immigration. These immigrant populations in turn grow the economy and create additional opportunities for others. Numerous businesses, particularly in high-tech industries, have been founded by immigrants and half of all engineers with a PhD are immigrants.

While there are many economic benefits to immigration, some question if there are potential negative side effects. How will large numbers of immigrants affect American wages? Are immigrants, specifically low-skilled or undocumented immigrants, a drain on public resources?

Some studies emphasize the positives, while others stress the negatives. The answer probably lies somewhere in between, but finding that balance is going to take an honest community conversation.

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I-20: Not Just A Highway In Texas

I-20: Not Just A Highway In Texas

Evan Godt | May 17, 2011 | Comments (0)

Today’s Homeland Vignette clip comes from a meeting between an international student and her advisor as they navigate the paperwork required by the immigration system.

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The H-1B Back And Forth

The H-1B Back And Forth

Evan Godt | May 13, 2011 | Comments (0)

Depending on who you talk to, the H-1B visa program is either a great way to spur innovation and create jobs by attracting talent from around the world, or it’s a flawed and often abused program used to undermine American workers. What leads people to these competing viewpoints?

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(OPT)ions for International Students

(OPT)ions for International Students

Evan Godt | May 12, 2011 | Comments (0)

An increasing number of college students are taking part in internships or similar programs that provide professional experience while they are still in school or soon after they graduate. International students are no different.

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Immigrant Business Owners Find Their Niche

Immigrant Business Owners Find Their Niche

Evan Godt | May 4, 2011 | Comments (0)

Immigrant-owned businesses are sometimes the best places to serve the specific needs of individual ethnic communities. In today’s Homeland Vignette, we talk to two immigrants who run a business specializing in South Asian weddings.

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Immigrants in the Workplace of America

Immigrants in the Workplace of America

What’s it like for immigrants in the workplace? Take a look at one opinion.

From the Eyes of an Employer

From the Eyes of an Employer

How do employers feel about hiring immigrants? Take a look at one opinion in this video produced by Nine Academy student Leigh Butler.

The Entrepreneurial Spirit

The Entrepreneurial Spirit

The mainstream media tends to focus on the negative side of immigration, but what about the other side? Laura Newman took a Nine Academy class and interviewed an immigrant who came to the U.S. and opened a successful business. She’s created jobs and contributed to the economy.

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