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Refugees Make America Great (An Editorial)
The widespread idea in America that refugees and asylum seekers make the country poorer is an outrageously misguided narrative. The truth is that for hundreds of years, refugees have brought diversity and resilience to our communities, contributing to our economy and enriching our culture. When individuals seek asylum and refuge in America, they often do…
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The History of Refugees in the United States
The history of refugees in the United States is long and confusing. The first act specified to refugees wasn’t passed until 1948. According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ (USCIS) website, “The Displaced Persons Act of 1948 aimed to address the nearly 7 million displaced persons in Europe as a result of World War…
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Refugee Process, Relocation to the United States
Due to humanitarian concerns, many refugees who have fled their home country have looked to the United States for aid, hoping to provide a better life for themselves and their families. The United States Refugee Admissions Program stated that since the enactment of the 1980 Refugee Act, the United States has admitted more than “3.1…