A Lifeline to Renewal: The Demographic Impact of Immigration at State and Local Levels

Author: 
Paral, Rob
Publisher: 
American Immigration Law Foundation, The
Description: 

Many Americans are concerned about the social and economic impacts of immigration. Traditionally, immigrants have settled in “gateway” states such as California, New York, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and New Jersey, but in a demographic shift, new areas are becoming immigrant receiving communities in the Midwestern and Southern states. In some states the stream of immigrants is essential to population growth and maintaining the economy. The report reflects that immigrant numbers should be taken in the context of native population growth or decline to better understand the impact of immigration.

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