
Expelling mistake: the costs of hardline immigration policy
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Rising Tensions in Immigration Policy
This chapter examines the escalating tensions surrounding immigration policies in affluent nations, emphasizing hardline approaches like border sealing and mass deportations. It highlights recent shifts in public sentiment towards stricter immigration controls and discusses the economic ramifications of such policies, both historically and in contemporary contexts. By analyzing the balance between short-term benefits and long-term consequences, the chapter argues for a more nuanced approach to immigration amid changing demographics.
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