Are Blacks Threatened by Immigrants?

A new study shows that African-Americans and immigrants should work together to help all of them. - - Donna Poisl

By Naeesa Aziz

Stories about the interactions between Black and immigrant communities usually report strained and tense relations, but a new study suggests that the Black-immigrant demographic mix is on the rise and with it comes a great opportunity for social change.

The study, All Together Now?, takes a look at data surrounding the Black and immigrant communities of California in an attempt to help bolster inter-ethnic activism. Broadly, the report finds that living together is common but complex as many traditionally African-American neighborhoods are seeing a sharp increase in immigrants and simultaneous declines in the Black population — causing resentment and tension in some cases. The report also acknowledges that the influx of immigrants fuels economic competition, but also suggests that in most cases immigrants improve the economic picture for existing residents of all skill levels.
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