Impact of the Hart-Celler Immigration Act of 1965 on American Society
The article discusses the impact of the Hart-Celler Immigration Act of 1965 on American society, highlighting the shift towards a multi-ethnic country and the political consequences. It also addresses issues related to illegal immigration, demographic changes, and the representation of illegal immigrants in the census.
Key Points
- The Hart-Celler Immigration Act of 1965 fundamentally transformed America's immigration policy
- Democrats have achieved electoral success while consistently losing the votes of the supermajority ethnicity
- The mass growth of illegal immigration has led to the representation of illegal immigrants in the census and unequal political power
- America is projected to become majority-minority within approximately two decades
Pros
- Highlighting the transformation of America into a multi-ethnic society
- Addressing the political consequences of immigration policies
Cons
- Discusses issues related to illegal immigration and demographic changes
- Raises concerns about the representation of illegal immigrants in the census