Central American Migration: An Issue Consumed in U.S. Ideology
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
Major
Spanish/Finance
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Robert Fritz
Presentation Format
Oral Presentation
Abstract/Description
The purpose of this study is to examine how articles portray the issue of Central American families seeking asylum in the United States. I found that conservative articles focus on preservation, while liberals focus on progressivism each appealing to our emotions. They demonstrate strong arguments to be against or in favor of these people seeking asylum. The study also points at new legislation, such as the “Zero-Tolerance Policy. This policy has provoked different responses from both liberal and conservative members of society. However, it takes a look on similar immigration issue and proposes that it will be beneficial if they work together and find a solution in both countries instead of trying to solve it here. In the end, it is difficult for both ideologies to be compatible and in order for a proposal to be followed one or the other must cooperate. While their point of view is opposing, it is brought to the attention that it is a social issue that is growing and needs to be taken care of immediately.
Fall Scholars Week 2018 Event
GLT 400
Other Scholars Week Event
Senior Colloquium
Central American Migration: An Issue Consumed in U.S. Ideology
The purpose of this study is to examine how articles portray the issue of Central American families seeking asylum in the United States. I found that conservative articles focus on preservation, while liberals focus on progressivism each appealing to our emotions. They demonstrate strong arguments to be against or in favor of these people seeking asylum. The study also points at new legislation, such as the “Zero-Tolerance Policy. This policy has provoked different responses from both liberal and conservative members of society. However, it takes a look on similar immigration issue and proposes that it will be beneficial if they work together and find a solution in both countries instead of trying to solve it here. In the end, it is difficult for both ideologies to be compatible and in order for a proposal to be followed one or the other must cooperate. While their point of view is opposing, it is brought to the attention that it is a social issue that is growing and needs to be taken care of immediately.