This report shows that Latinos are excited to take part in politics here. Everyone should do this and especially immigrants. This is the best way to learn about the country and how it works. Or doesn't. - - Donna Poisl
WASHINGTON – Latino immigrants, both legal and undocumented, far from isolating themselves – as their detractors accuse them of doing – are increasingly engaged in the political and civic life of the United States, due in part to the immigration debate, according to a study released Monday.
"Context Matters: Latino Immigrant Civic Engagement in Nine U.S. Cities", a report prepared by the Woodrow Wilson Center Mexico Institute, seeks to debunk the myths about immigrants’ refusal to integrate into U.S. society.
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This country was built by immigrants, it will continue to attract and need immigrants. Some people think there are enough people here now -- people have been saying this since the 1700s and it still is not true. They are needed to make up for our aging population and low birthrate. Immigrants often are entrepreneurs, creating jobs. We must help them become Americans and not just people who live here and think of themselves as visitors. When immigrants succeed here, the whole country benefits.
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