Borjas’s claim that a “significant segment of the American population is economically harmed by mass immigration” however this is a necessary evil as “benefits reaped by others, as well as the unquestionable value of increasing cultural pluralism, outweigh those negative… Read moreShort Essay #5
In Borjas’ book the very complex subject of immigration is immensely covered. Both the positive and negative effects of mass immigration on different aspects of American society are equally discussed. The benefits and negative effects can both be argued for… Read moreShort Essay 5
The issue regarding what type of person is entitled to preferential treatment in America is undoubtedly a complex and deeply controversial one. In economic terms, the “harm” being dealt to certain groups in the population cannot be fully understood without… Read moreShort Essay #5
We’ve now read most of Borjas’ book, and will finish it on Monday. Using the readings, respond to the statement in bold below. You may take any position on it you like; just be sure that you make a case… Read moreShort essay 5 (due October 30)
After talking about looking at immigrants as people instead of just workers in his first chapter, among other things, Borjas dives into the economics of immigration. There is a popular economic theory stating that if countries had no borders the… Read moreWe Wanted Workers ERA