Immigration

Trump is Wrong: New Research Links Immigration with Safer Communities

Immigrants come to Wisconsin in search of economic opportunity, looking for safe communities for themselves and their families. In turn, immigrants confer a number of benefits to Wisconsin communities, including cultural and economic vibrancy, entrepreneurship, and an expanded workforce for some of the state’s most critical industries. New research from the University of Wisconsin-Madison demonstrates another benefit: undocumented immigration is associated with safer communities.

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The Diversity of Wisconsin’s Immigrant Experience

The diversity of Wisconsin’s immigrants means that the immigrant experience in Wisconsin is a varied one, with no single narrative able to tell the entire story of Wisconsin immigrants. It's important for us to go beyond simple rhetoric and understand the real diversity and rich history of Wisconsin's immigrant experience. If there is a...

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The Contributions of Immigrants in Wisconsin are Critical to Shared Prosperity

Immigrants are an intrinsic part of our nation, our state, and our communities. Every day immigrants care for family members, go to school, advocate for positive changes, and connect with other residents in the farmlands, small towns, and cities of Wisconsin.  Their contributions help Wisconsin maintain strong, vibrant communities that...

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Supreme Court set to Hear Arguments on Arizona Immigration Law

The last week of March, the Supreme Court heard arguments regarding the Affordable Care Act. While Americans await the Court's decision about the ACA, the next contentious issue facing the justices is the fate of Arizona’s now infamous anti-immigration legislation, Arizona SB 1070.  The Immigration Policy Center released a Q and A...

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