Immigrants
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How immigrants are vital to Virginia’s vibrant economy
A view of skyline in Tysons, Photo: Lluck002/Wikimedia Commons The unemployment rate in Virginia is the lowest in years at 3.6 percent. The state is home to three of the wealthiest American counties – Loudoun, Arlington...November 21, 2017 1973 0 -
Coldplay pays tribute to American tradition of welcoming immigrants and diversity
Statue of Liberty Photo: I, Laslovarga/Wikimedia Commons Coldplay’s latest lyric video “Miracles (Someone Special)” celebrates America’s generous tradition of taking in immigrants from around the world. The video features an album of immigrants as diverse as...July 19, 2017 2459 0 -
Immigrants founded half of the most highly valued U.S. tech companies
Steve Jobs showing off the iPhone Photo by Matthew Yohe/Wikimedia Commons Immigrant contributions in the many areas of technology have long been known. But a huge revelation came to the fore on Wednesday at the Code...June 28, 2017 2092 0 -
A celebration of immigrant artists shows what enriches America
Photo: Institute of Immigration Research In February this year, The Davis Museum at Wellesley College in Massachusetts removed all pieces of art contributed or donated by immigrants. This month, George Mason University’s Institute for Immigration Research,...June 6, 2017 3534 1 -
Study shows Muslim, Hindu immigrants bring top talent to the United States
An Indian information technology expert, a Pakistan-origin doctor making fortunes in the United States. Sounds like a regular success story. But there is an uncommon dimension to this story. These professionals do not represent the state...December 14, 2016 1067 0 -
Immigrants contributed $ 2 trillion to US GDP last year : New Study
Immigrants who came from around the world contributed about $ 2 trillion to the GDP in the United States last year, making America the largest beneficiary of talented workforce in a variety of fields. McKinsey Global...December 7, 2016 2137 0 -
Trump vows to deport up to three million immigrants ‘immediately’
US President-elect Donald Trump has said he will deport two to three million undocumented immigrants “immediately” upon taking office. He also insisted that a wall will be built between the United States and Mexico. In his first...November 13, 2016 948 0
