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Border Experiences and Immigration Policy

This chapter recounts personal and historical narratives surrounding experiences on the U.S.-Mexico border, particularly during the Bracero Program and subsequent immigration policies. It explores changing perceptions of border enforcement in the 1990s, the militarization of the border, and the socio-economic factors influencing immigration. By weaving personal recollections with significant events and policies, the chapter highlights the complexities and contradictions of American immigration discourse.

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