Border

The gradual shift in focus towards Latin American immigration in the U.S. is most closely attributed to growing concerns of national security, because most Americans view migrants crossing the border as violent drug smugglers. Steven Soderbergh’s 2001 film, Traffic, contributes to the notion that the border is extremely dangerous, however, almost all of the violence that takes place in the film happens on American soil. Due to the numerous immigration policies and regulations that have been…

our nation for generations. There are so many new innovative ways used by smugglers to transport drugs it makes it near impossible to put a stop to. Whether it’s by land, sea, or air smugglers are still finding a way to slip past our Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) agents. Marijuana, cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamines make up the majority of drugs being smuggled into the United States. Many new programs, strategies, and policies have been implemented to help put an end to this but the…

became so large the borders became difficult to control, the constant competing of the Roman generals for power, and the fact that Christianity lead to people not fighting in battle, which lead to Rome having to rely on foreign soldiers, this all lead to the fall of the Empire. First, the Roman Empire became so large the borders became hard to control. Eventually, the border collapsed and let unwanted foreigners in. “Romeś fall was an inevitable effect of its grand size… borders became…

Immigration has become a serious concern in the United States. America’s border control lacks responsibility. Consequently, illegal immigrants are invading and claiming territory that is not theirs to claim. Immigration is bad for the American people in general because immigrants are unaware of the culture, and may struggle in everyday life. Illegal immigration is potentially harmful because it reveals to other nations that America’s borders are unguarded, causing America to appear vulnerable to…

The task force consisted of 450 members assigned with guarding a small portion of the 1,933-mile Mexican border. In 1980, the border work force was expanded from 450 workers to 2,200 members and spending towards border control was increased. When the 9/11 attacks took place there was much concern for the security of our nation. The ability for the Al-Qaeda terrorists to easily enter the country sparked fear within…

States. The story follows the deadly journey of a group of undocumented male immigrants who in 2001 attempted to cross the Mexican border into the desert of southern Arizona through a desolate area known as the Devil’s Highway. Urrea provides the reader with not only a compelling story but also a complex historical compilation of information on the Mexico-United States border conflict in terms of culture, geography, power dynamics, and immigration policy. The novel is organized into four…

in the country illegally, they may in the future help the nation. Amendment 14 is debatable but it could help families move into the U.S. to find a better place. The minuteman project may help and hurt the border patrols because they can help watch for those crossing the borders but the border patrols also have to look after them. I also think that the Cuban “wet foot, dry foot” policy because it allows for a chance for prisoners to go free. The North American Union will also affect the U.S. in…

away by authorities. Border Patrol usually finds the water and dump it to the plants. This is where Border Patrol makes it impossible for travelers to get to their destination quicker. Border Patrol makes it impossible for people to feel safe while crossing the border. The job that the Border Patrol have is preventing immigrants from entering the United States. Not only immigrants were at risk but also the people who lived near the border. The people who lived near the border were mostly…

citizens, and other people trying to get over the border. This wall will affect the system of immigration and make it stronger. The wall will take 8-11 months to build. The building will start on the first day of the next presidency. If the wall is built more jobs will be created and the economy will be better. However, the people building the wall will need to get a job after the construction. The wall will stop people from crossing the border illegally because they won’t be able to get over it…

mexican border is very common. The Secure Fence Act in 2006 was made for maximum security so Mexicans won 't trespass to the United States. Immigration is a person’s desire of new experiences, a better economic place, and a safe environment. The United states is full of new experiences in an everyday life. There is a different variety of cultures. People from different countries like Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, China, and South America. If the United States keeps the border…