Includes bibliographical references (p. 124) and index.
Contents:
Introduction: a nation of nations -- The unwanted immigrants -- The Open-Door Era -- The door closes -- Los Mojados -- Mexicans: the second wave -- Picture essay: across the borderline -- Repercussions -- The new illegals -- No easy solution.
Summary:
Examines the history of undocumented immigration to the United States, the hardships endured by illegal aliens, their motives in immigrating, and current efforts to control this situation.
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