Whose America?: U.S. Immigration Policy since 1980

Draconian immigration policies have been a centerpiece of contemporary politics, and Maria Cristina Garcia and Maddalena Marinari edit works that examine the post-1980 response to issues like undocumented immigration, economic shifts, national security, and human rights. Contributors engage with a wide range of ideas, including the effect of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act and other laws on the flow of migrants and forms of entry, the impact of neoliberalism and post-Cold War political realignment, the complexities of policing and border enforcement, and the experiences of immigrant groups in communities across the United States. Whose America? provides a sophisticated account of recent immigration policy while mapping the ideological struggle to answer the essential question: which people have the right to make America their home or refuge?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 18 July 2023
Publisher: University of Illinois Press

Immigration policies have been a central aspect of contemporary politics for a considerable time. Maria Cristina Garcia and Maddalena Marinari, editors of works that delve into the post-1980 response of legislation and policy to various issues such as undocumented immigration, economic shifts, national security, and human rights, have contributed significantly to this field. The contributors engage with a diverse range of ideas, exploring the impact of laws like the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act and other regulations on the flow of migrants and modes of entry. They also examine the influence of neoliberalism and post-Cold War political realignment, the complexities of policing and border enforcement, and the experiences of immigrant groups in communities across the United States.

Whose America? offers a comprehensive and nuanced analysis of recent immigration policy while tracing the ideological battle over who has the right to make America their home or refuge. The contributors, who include prominent scholars and activists, provide valuable insights into the historical and political context of immigration in the United States. Their perspectives shed light on the challenges and opportunities faced by immigrants, as well as the broader societal implications of immigration policies.

This book is a valuable resource for policymakers, educators, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics of immigration in contemporary society. It offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to the topic, drawing on insights from various fields such as politics, sociology, economics, and law. By examining the past and present, Whose America? helps us to better understand the challenges and opportunities that arise from the diverse immigration landscape and to work towards a more inclusive and equitable society.

Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780252087271