Opinion Blog Post

Article: Dream Act
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Summary: Illegal Immigrants are finding themselfs in a lose, lose situation when it comes to higher education and employment.
Historical Precedent: Immigration has always been a controversial issue in the U.S. When the U.S. needs new laborers, the U.S. encourages immigration, but, xenophobia, or fear of foreigners, laws such as the 1924 Immigration Act are created to limit the number of immigrants coming into the country.
Facts: About 11.2 million undocumented immigrants live in the U.S. The PEW Hispanic Center says about 1.7 million immigrants might be eligible to participate in a program where immigrants can qualify for certian benefits, and that about 85% of those considered eligible are of Hispanic descent.
News Worthiness: In June 2012, President Obama used his executive authority to provide relief with an executive order which declared that the U.S. government would no longer deport illegal immigrants who arrived in the U.S. before turned sixteen, and a few other requirements.
Forecasting: Although supporters are fighting for this Dream Act, young illegal immigrants face an uncertain future.