New Americans, Assimilation, and Old Challenges

This set of flashcards covers key terms and concepts from the lecture on immigration, assimilation, and their implications in the United States.

Assimilation

The process by which newcomers integrate into the dominant culture.

Immigration Waves

Periods of significant immigration characterized by groups from specific regions.

Refugee Convention

An international agreement aimed at protecting individuals whose safety is threatened.

Undocumented Immigrants

People who reside in a country without legal authorization.

Cultural Integrity

The preservation of a community's cultural identity amidst external influences.

Hispanic Immigrants

Individuals migrating from Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in Latin America.

Brain Drain

The emigration of highly trained or qualified individuals from a particular country.

Secondary Labor Market

Jobs that offer lower pay, little security, and fewer benefits.

Primary Labor Market

Desirable jobs characterized by security, higher pay, and benefits.

Ethnic Enclaves

Communities where immigrants from similar backgrounds cluster together.

Economic Motivations

Reasons for migration based on employment opportunities and financial necessity.

Segregated Assimilation

A process in which immigrants maintain their cultural identities rather than fully integrating.

DACA

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, a policy protecting undocumented children from deportation.

Naturalization Act of 1965

Legislation that significantly changed U.S. immigration policy, opening doors to diverse immigrants.

Gang Violence

Criminal activity that often targets specific community members, impacting immigration policies.

Political Refugees

Individuals who flee their home country for fear of persecution due to their political beliefs.

Human Capital

The skills, knowledge, and experience possessed by an individual.

Asylum Seekers

Individuals who seek refuge in another country due to peril in their homeland.

Cultural Identity

The identity of a group based on shared culture, language, ethnicity, and traditions.

Social Integration

The process of integrating individuals and groups into the social structure.

Immigrant Contributions

The positive impacts that immigrants have on the economy and society.

Educational Attainment

The highest level of education an individual has completed.

Cost-Benefit Analysis

An assessment of the economic pros and cons associated with immigration.

Services and Public Resources

Support systems such as healthcare and education that are affected by immigration.

Transnationalism

The process of maintaining connections across national boundaries.

Neoliberal Globalization

An economic model emphasizing free markets, trade, and reduced government in economic affairs.