Review the cities and states that house the greatest numbers of immigrants and the challenges faced by these cities/states. Questions:
To what extent are immigrants or immigration policies responsible for the challenges? What other factors are at play?
What kind of additional services do cities/states provide to immigrants? Do immigrants pay taxes?
As a class or in large groups, discuss the cyclical nature of views on immigration. What factors contribute to society’s opinions about immigrants?
Optional Extension
Questions:
How difficult is it to find information about immigrant issues? Do you think that the average adult is informed about these issues? How difficult is it to be an informed citizen and responsible voter? To be adequately and correctly informed about this issue, what must the average resident do?