The New Liberal Podcast
Getting the border under control ft. Alex Nowrasteh
Oct 24, 2023
A discussion on the surge of illegal crossings at the US-Mexico border, the impact of chaos perception, building a less chaotic immigration system. Exploring complexities of immigration chaos, discussing political implications, factors influencing the increase in border apprehensions, challenges faced by Venezuelans in immigration, contradictory views on immigration and patriotism, contrasting perspectives on immigration policies, the divide within the libertarian movement, and navigating immigration policies.
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- Public perception of chaos at the border influences immigration policies more than actual migration numbers.
- Legal immigration programs like CV and H are crucial in reducing illegal border crossings.
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Increase in Border Apprehensions and Migrant Numbers
The number of migrants arriving at the US southwest border has significantly increased, with a drastic rise in border patrol apprehensions since late 2020. The surge peaked in 2021 and continues to escalate, reaching historical highs of over 2 million apprehensions in 2022. The spike in numbers is attributed to economic opportunities in the US due to a robust labor market, combined with limitations on legal pathways for entry.
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