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Good on Paper
The Truth About Immigration and Wages
Nov 5, 2024
Rogé Karma, a staff writer at The Atlantic, dives into the economics of immigration and its surprising benefits. He debunks the myth that higher immigration lowers wages, pointing to studies like the Mariel boat lift, which show stability in native wages. The discussion also touches on the roots of anti-immigrant sentiment, linking it more to cultural anxieties than economic ones. Karma emphasizes that immigrants stimulate job growth and contribute positively to local economies, challenging restrictive policies that hinder economic opportunities.
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- The myth that immigration negatively impacts wages is debunked, as studies indicate decades of record immigration correlate with stable wages for native workers.
- Research shows that removing immigrant workers can lead to increased unemployment rates among native-born individuals and economic contractions in affected communities.
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Racial healing is a collective journey that involves understanding personal experiences and the experiences of those in our communities. This process aims to uncover the roots of racial inequity and emphasizes the need for dialogue and connection among individuals from diverse backgrounds. Celebrated on January 21st, 2025, the National Day of Racial Healing highlights the necessity of finding common ground and fostering a collective vision for achieving racial equity. Engaging in this healing is not limited to specific groups but is essential for society as a whole.
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