Assignment: Immigration Policy Final

US HISTORY-A
2024-11-18T15:14:29Z

Due:

BACKGROUND

Our values are our judgements about what is important. Our values shape what we believe about ourselves and help us prioritize what matters most to us. Most often, we think of values in connection with our personal lives. Our attitudes toward our families, friends, and communities are a reflection of our personal values. Our values also influence our political beliefs and play a key role in creating public policy.

In the United States, the country’s political system and foreign policy have been shaped by a wide range of values. For many, commitments to freedom, democracy, and individual liberty are values that are part of the U.S. national identity. At the same time, many have fought hard for the values of justice, equality, and the rights of others. Throughout U.S. history, people have spoken out when policies have not reflected their values.

Since World War II, the United States has played a larger role in world affairs than any other country. At times, U.S. leaders have emphasized the values of human rights and international cooperation. On other occasions, economic interests and security have been prioritized.

Some values fit together well. Others are in conflict. People in the United States are constantly forced to choose among competing values in any debate about foreign policy.

Each of the four options is based on a distinct set of values. Your job is to identify and explain the most important values of your option. These values should be clearly expressed by every member of your group.

Link to today's slides here

TASK

STEP 1 - Read the Project Overview - Immigration Options

STEP 2 - Open your assigned reading options doc below

Option 1: Open the U.S. to the World

Option 2: Restrict Immigration

Option 3: Admit the Talent We Need

Option 4: Make Emigration Unnecessary

STEP 3 - As you read,

Highlight: What are the two most important values underlying your option?

Underline: According to the values of your option, what should be the role of the United States in the world?

STEP 4 - You will be assigned one of the following Congressional Aide Roles:

Economic Advisor

Historian Advisor

Community Impact Advisor

STEP 5 - Read and annotate the article associated with your option. Then answer the questions on your “Congressional Aide Role” sheet (in STEP 4).

Option 1 | Option 2 | Option 3 | Option 4

Economic Advisor: The Economic Case for Open Borders

Economic Advisor: The Effects of Immigration on the Economy: Lessons from the 1920s Border Closure

Economic Advisor: The Cost of a Single U.S. Immigration Restriction

The H-1B Visa Program and Its Impact on the U.S. Economy

Economic Advisor: U.S. Aid to Central America Hasn’t Slowed Migration. Can Kamala Harris?

Historian Advisor: U.S. Immigration Before 1965 | Historian Advisor: How U.S. immigration laws and rules have changed through history | Historian Advisor: How U.S. immigration laws and rules have changed through history | Historian Advisor: How U.S. immigration laws and rules have changed through history
C.I.A advisor: Coming to America: The Benefits of Open Immigration | C.I.A advisor: How Immigration Restrictions Harm U.S. Citizens, Too (talks about the economy too) | C.I.A advisor: Fifty Years On, the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act Continues to Reshape the United States | C.I.A advisor: U.S. Aid to Central America Hasn’t Slowed Migration. Can Kamala Harris?

BACKGROUND

Our values are our judgements about what is important. Our values shape what we believe about ourselves and help us prioritize what matters most to us. Most often, we think of values in connection with our personal lives. Our attitudes toward our families, friends, and communities are a reflection of our personal values. Our values also influence our political beliefs and play a key role in creating public policy.

In the United States, the country’s political system and foreign policy have been shaped by a wide range of values. For many, commitments to freedom, democracy, and individual liberty are values that are part of the U.S. national identity. At the same time, many have fought hard for the values of justice, equality, and the rights of others. Throughout U.S. history, people have spoken out when policies have not reflected their values.

Since World War II, the United States has played a larger role in world affairs than any other country. At times, U.S. leaders have emphasized the values of human rights and international cooperation. On other occasions, economic interests and security have been prioritized.

Some values fit together well. Others are in conflict. People in the United States are constantly forced to choose among competing values in any debate about foreign policy.

Each of the four options is based on a distinct set of values. Your job is to identify and explain the most important values of your option. These values should be clearly expressed by every member of your group.

Link to today's slides here

TASK

STEP 1 - Read the Project Overview - Immigration Options

STEP 2 - Open your assigned reading options doc below

Option 1: Open the U.S. to the World

Option 2: Restrict Immigration

Option 3: Admit the Talent We Need

Option 4: Make Emigration Unnecessary

STEP 3 - As you read,

Highlight: What are the two most important values underlying your option?

Underline: According to the values of your option, what should be the role of the United States in the world?

STEP 4 - You will be assigned one of the following Congressional Aide Roles:

Economic Advisor

Historian Advisor

Community Impact Advisor

STEP 5 - Read and annotate the article associated with your option. Then answer the questions on your “Congressional Aide Role” sheet (in STEP 4).

Option 1 | Option 2 | Option 3 | Option 4

Economic Advisor: The Economic Case for Open Borders

Economic Advisor: The Effects of Immigration on the Economy: Lessons from the 1920s Border Closure

Economic Advisor: The Cost of a Single U.S. Immigration Restriction

The H-1B Visa Program and Its Impact on the U.S. Economy

Economic Advisor: U.S. Aid to Central America Hasn’t Slowed Migration. Can Kamala Harris?

Historian Advisor: U.S. Immigration Before 1965 | Historian Advisor: How U.S. immigration laws and rules have changed through history | Historian Advisor: How U.S. immigration laws and rules have changed through history | Historian Advisor: How U.S. immigration laws and rules have changed through history
C.I.A advisor: Coming to America: The Benefits of Open Immigration | C.I.A advisor: How Immigration Restrictions Harm U.S. Citizens, Too (talks about the economy too) | C.I.A advisor: Fifty Years On, the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act Continues to Reshape the United States | C.I.A advisor: U.S. Aid to Central America Hasn’t Slowed Migration. Can Kamala Harris?