New Books in Political Science Engage and Evade in 2025: Asad L. Asad on Latino Immigrants in America
Apr 15, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Asad L. Asad, Assistant Professor of Sociology at Stanford University and author of the illuminating book 'Engage and Evade,' dives into the intricate lives of Latino immigrant families in America. He shares how these families navigate surveillance and engage with government systems to optimize their immigration outcomes. Through personal narratives, he debunks myths about immigrants, highlighting their resilience amid changing policies. Asad advocates for understanding the complex motivations behind migration and the importance of supporting immigrant rights.
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Asad's Background
- Asad L. Asad, son of Palestinian immigrants, grew up in diverse Milwaukee.
- His background influenced his interest in immigration, especially the experiences of undocumented families.
Beyond the Shadows
- Existing research often portrays undocumented immigrants as hiding in the shadows.
- Asad's research challenges this, revealing a dynamic of engagement and evasion.
Bipartisan Enforcement
- Current immigration enforcement practices build upon infrastructure developed over several administrations.
- This reflects bipartisan agreement on prioritizing immigration enforcement.