Lawston and Murillo (2009), in keeping with positions voiced concerning U.S. supremacy, denounced undocumented immigrants as criminals. They claimed that while the representation of Blacks as inherently criminal and violent was erroneous, Latinos should be viewed as violent, foreign, criminal-minded, disloyal, and overrunning the border (Bender, 2003; Escobar, 2008; Gabbidon & Greene, 2005; Hernandez, 2009). Overzealous nationalists use this type of rhetoric to justify violence against marginalized populations, including the undocumented (Goody, 2009). Anti-immigrant vigilantism aims to dictate immigration decisions and dominate marginalized people, following methods designed to criminalize and control nonwhite, poor individuals (Escobar, 2008).
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More specifically, these findings reveal the social significance of an undocumented status, and how the unequal social structure of the U.S. combined with widespread discrimination prevent immigrants’ upward integration, particularly for women. The findings also show the salience of undocumented immigrants and how the barriers associated with being undocumented in the U.S. contribute to hardship. The experiences of undocumented immigrants represent the complex and unjust circumstances that occur in what is a self-proclaimed civilized society (Cofino, 2005; Simon, 1989). Research that addresses inequalities, such as those imposed on vulnerable populations, elucidates the importance of examining documentation status. The experience of undocumented immigrants demonstrates the broader impact of how an undocumented status limits opportunities for upward mobility and affects the integration …show more content…
Groody (2009) compared undocumented immigrants with Jesus, inferring being undocumented has a spiritual implication. This gave rise to the theological concept of the embattled people. The study also looked at biblical recommendations that suggest others help the underserved and disadvantaged, while highlighting the Christian mission and discipleship. The author explored what strengthens and empowers immigrants, and examined how immigrant experiences can offer new ways of considering core elements of the Gospel narrative. The author suggested theological reflections on undocumented immigrants’ realities, arguing the undocumented have been categorized as the crucified people of contemporary society. Therefore, the article stressed that undocumented immigrants are not simply suffering people who depend on the charity of others, but people who manifest in their flesh the real presence of Christ (Groody,
More specifically, these findings reveal the social significance of an undocumented status, and how the unequal social structure of the U.S. combined with widespread discrimination prevent immigrants’ upward integration, particularly for women. The findings also show the salience of undocumented immigrants and how the barriers associated with being undocumented in the U.S. contribute to hardship. The experiences of undocumented immigrants represent the complex and unjust circumstances that occur in what is a self-proclaimed civilized society (Cofino, 2005; Simon, 1989). Research that addresses inequalities, such as those imposed on vulnerable populations, elucidates the importance of examining documentation status. The experience of undocumented immigrants demonstrates the broader impact of how an undocumented status limits opportunities for upward mobility and affects the integration …show more content…
Groody (2009) compared undocumented immigrants with Jesus, inferring being undocumented has a spiritual implication. This gave rise to the theological concept of the embattled people. The study also looked at biblical recommendations that suggest others help the underserved and disadvantaged, while highlighting the Christian mission and discipleship. The author explored what strengthens and empowers immigrants, and examined how immigrant experiences can offer new ways of considering core elements of the Gospel narrative. The author suggested theological reflections on undocumented immigrants’ realities, arguing the undocumented have been categorized as the crucified people of contemporary society. Therefore, the article stressed that undocumented immigrants are not simply suffering people who depend on the charity of others, but people who manifest in their flesh the real presence of Christ (Groody,