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Immigration Rhetoric and Realities

This chapter examines the rising tensions surrounding immigration and deportation policies in the U.S., particularly influenced by a recent presidential campaign. It highlights the economic and social implications of mass deportation in communities reliant on immigrant labor, such as Storm Lake, Iowa, while addressing the practical challenges hindering such actions. The chapter also discusses public sentiment and the complexities faced by undocumented individuals who have established lives in America.

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