Mudassir Majid

September 24, 2018

Professor Harris

English 110

                                                           Source Based Essay

Immigration is one of the most discussed things in today’s society especially in the United States. Specifically with our current president, whose made it his goal to get rid of all illegal immigrants and overall lower the amount of people coming into this country, this includes a travel ban and building a wall that covers the entire mexican border. One of the reasons as to why this issue is so big is the fact that most of the country does not agree with the cruel and inhumane laws that are being legislated by our federal government. Whether it be increasing it, reducing it, jobs being lost or the ICE separating families, immigration is a controversial issue talked about on almost every media outlet.

Source #1

Jellinek, Michael S. “U.S. immigration policy: What harms will persist?” Pediatric News

This article is written by MIchael S. Jellinek and published by Pediatric News. The inhumane policy that is separating families after crossing the border has already separated up to 2,300 children and parents. These separated families are not in contact, lost to each other and there is no current plan of reuniting them. This policy has created many harms to both the children and their parents such as massive trauma and depression. Especially for those children who are still young, this long term separation causes detachment, impairs their ability to form relationships and causes these kids to suffer from nightmares, depression, persistent anxiety and trust issues. This not only ruins the lives of the families but also causes guilt to the guards and the rest of America. This policy has been reversed and hopefully permanently changed.

This author wrote this article to inform its readers about how the ICE is separating families and the negative affect this creates on them. This is one of the most covered issues in today’s media. This article discusses the immigration policy that is responsible for separating the families that cross the border and goes on to list the many harms caused to the children, parents and society as a result of this policy. The audience is specifically directed towards pediatricians or children’s health personnel  as it is published by Pediatric News, which is known for pieces related towards the health of children. As seen in the article Dr. Jellinek discusses how the children will suffer long term as it will cause anxiety, depression and impair their ability on forming relationships. The author also directs this towards the older or more educated audience as the author discusses the politics and the state of society in a mature writing style. The purpose of the author is too inform, he wants to let people know what is happening as a result of the Trump administration’s policy that is separating families. How the policy harms both the parents and children, along with society as a whole. The article discusses the many harms and how the policy enacted by Trump’s Administration and how it does not justify immoral means even though it is a punishment for illegal immigration. The genre of this piece is a newsletter published by Pediatric News, informing its readers on the harms caused by this policy. This newsletter numerically lists the harms that will persist such as trauma, broken families and diminishing the security of other immigrants. The author’s stance towards this is that he is against the immigration policy that is responsible for the separation of families at the border. He makes this attitude quiet clear as he lists the many harms of the policy and how inhumane and cruel it really is. He hopes that the response to the policy will remind the government of their better selves.

Source # 2

Garvey, John “What should guide U.S. immigration policy: self-interest or charity?” America Magazine

 

Summary:  Colin Kaepernick taking a knee to protest against the treatment of African Americans in this country is one of the most controversial topics today. Protests overall take the country into a dangerous territory and really hurts the country’s image. Standing up for the flag represents America’s essential goodness and is seen as a ritual to bond the country together. America is viewed as moral actor, the country that sort of leads the world and sets the bar as the country. This country should have a blinding love for it and in order for it to be a country of love it should take actions to do that. Such as having a welcoming immigration policy to all foreigners, who come to this country in search of security and happiness.

The author wrote this article to show how America’s immigration policy is harming more people than it is benefiting and this approach towards immigration does not hold up to America’s moral values. The article discusses the controversial issue of NFL player Colin Kaepernick taking a knee during the star spangled banner to protest the way treatment of African Americans. The article also connects this topic with Immigration in the United States and its policies. This article is published by America Magazine, which seems to be a Roman Catholic magazine as it is called the Jesuit review. John Garvey mentions the catholic church and uses it to show what the United States immigration policy should actually represent. He states that church commends rich nations to practice the virtues of charity and hospitality. Their immigration policy should “ welcome the foreigners and protect their natural right of searching for security and livelihood. The audience is directed towards people affiliated with the catholic church as it was published by the America Magazine. The audience can also be towards people interested in politics, immigration reform or controversial topics as John Garvey uses the Colin Kaepernick situation to demonstrate how the country needs to change the way they treat minorities. The purpose of this article is to inform people about America’s immigration policy and how it can be improved. John Garvey discusses how America is seen as a moral country and its immigration policy should represent that, America needs to open its door to all kind of people and provide shelter and security to those in search of it . The genre of this article is a magazine article attacking America’s Immigration system, the article states that America needs to prove its worthiness for its peoples allegiance and strengthen the love of our country. The article was published by the Jesuits of the United States, who often discusses catholicism and how it relates to American culture and politics in their magazine. The author’s stance is that our immigration policy needs to be more welcoming and lenient towards the rest of the world. The author writes about how at this moment especially the way people are being treated in America is one of the most controversial topics. He references the whole Colin Kaepernick controversy and how right now many people are protesting and rioting, overall the country is filled with hate. America should have a more generous approach towards immigration and show gratitude to these immigrants who provide so much for our country through their extraordinary abilities in the arts and sciences. He also discusses how this will  improve the bond that Americans have with each other and will help increase the love for the country, which at a time like this is most needed.

Source # 3

Majumdar, Mahbub. “The pure genius of US immigration policy.” Washington Post

Summary:  The United States recently won the International Mathematical Olympiad for the third time in four years. This is one of the hardest and most prestigious math competitions in the world. Many of the team members are second – or third generation immigrants, including the leaders of the team. The author argues that immigrants are the reason America is so great, many immigrants are high achievers in some of the most challenging vocations such as mathematics, physics and computer science. Immigrants make the U.S economy one of the most dynamic in the world with all their contributions to Apple, Google and smaller cogs. Immigrants are the reason that America is exceptional and are leaders of the world in almost every field.

The author wrote this article with the intention of showing people how important immigrants are to this country and how they should not be discriminated against considering how much they have done for this country.This article talks about one of the hardest math competitions in the world, the International Mathematical Olympiad and how the United states won it for the second time in three years. Most of the team consists of immigrants, the article talks about how immigrants are high achievers and how they benefit the United States which is why they should support them. The audience is directed towards people associated with politics and immigration as it was published by the Washington Post and discusses immigrants and how they contribute to the country. It is also directed towards people interested in the Mathematics competition, as the author is the national coach for the Bangladesh Mathematical Olympiad. The purpose of this article is to inform, the article tells the readers about the contribution and impact that immigrants have on this country. Such as how immigrants are high achievers and make incredible advances in fields like mathematics, physics and computer science which allows these immigrants to make huge contributions towards our technologically reliant society. The genre of this piece is a news report about how important immigrants are to our country and how they link us to the rest of the world. The author’s stance is that America’s immigration policy should not go against its people and should appreciate what they do for this country and how they make it special. Immigrants are a important part of the United States and how they impact the country. “Every country envies America’s talent pool, yet very few are bold enough to copy the U.S. model of immigration, that is why no other country will ever be able to emulate the dynamism of America”. Immigration is what makes America an exceptional country and America should not turn its back on them as they are the reason for America’s advancement in the world in every aspect.

Source # 4

Arthur,Andrew. “ Immigration Enforcement is a Key Issue for Uncommitted Voters”

Summary:Immigrant enforcement is one of the major issues heading in to the elections for the house of representatives. To many uncommitted voters their views on immigration is a major deciding factor on which side they choose. The abolish ICE movement has received a lot of attention in the media a number of pundits have warned that it may not be a winning issue for democrats. While some conservatives believe that state law should not hinder federal law, immigration was a leading issue heading into the midterms, immigration is one of the top issues for U.S. voters, it even surpassed the economy as one of America’s main concerns.

The author wrote this article to inform its readers on how immigration reform is a key issue for most uncommitted voters in one of the most critical races for the House of congress in which the democrats are trying to win back the house from republicans. With what’s going on right now in respects towards immigration it makes sense that this is most talked about topic going into the election.This article discusses how immigration can win or lose the election for each party depending on their stance towards the matter. For both republicans and democrats, this is an important election if they want to see their ideals met and each side is trying to grab the uncommitted side of voters. The audience is directed towards immigration policymakers as Andrew discusses how each side feels towards immigration and what their main concern is going into the midterms. Andrew also mention many politicians and media analysts so this article could also be directed towards them. The purpose of this article is to inform the readers about how immigration is one of the biggest issues right now relating towards America. With the upcoming elections immigration and the politicians view on them is a key issue for these deciding voters on who to vote for. In the article Andrew breaks down each side and what each sides main concern is on the topic and how the Abolish ICE movement might not be a winning issue for democrats. The Genre of this article is a blog about the most important issues for undecided voters in the upcoming elections. The authors writing isn’t that formal and he gives his opinion a lot, he also breaks down each sides strengths and weaknesses in winning the House during the election. The Author’s stance on this is sort of neutral as he just discusses how immigration is a hot topic for voters who are uncommitted and is one of the main concerns leading into the elections. The author mentions both sides and discusses their views and also mentions that immigration overall being an issue has a different meaning for others. For conservatives it means enforcing immigration while for progressives it can mean amnesty overall immigration laws is a major issue in deciding who gains control of the House in congress. Even though the author seems neutral, the Center for Immigration studies is known to favor reduced immigration numbers.

The rhetorical elements help you get a better overall and more depth understanding of the article as they provide a more detailed look into what it’s all about. The author and audience allow you to see who and why he wrote this piece as well as how it connects to the readers. The purpose and genre give you a better understanding of what the article is about and the stance gives you the message or attitude that the author wanted to convey.

 

                                                           Works Cited Page

Jellinek, Michael S. “U.S. immigration policy: What harms will persist?” Pediatric News, July 2018, p. 8. Academic OneFile, http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A549157704/AONE?u=cuny_ccny&sid=AONE&xid=5daf3e0d Accessed 12 Sept. 2.018.

 

“What should guide U.S. immigration policy: self-interest or charity?” America, 3 Apr. 2017, p. 10. Academic OneFile, http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A490275662/AONE?u=cuny_ccny&sid=AONE&xid=d2ed774a. Accessed 12 Sept. 2018

 

Majumdar, Mahbub. “The pure genius of US immigration policy.” Washington Post, 2 Aug. 2018. Academic OneFile, http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A548592489/AONE?u=cuny_ccny&sid=AONE&xid=a9be05fe. Accessed 12 Sept. 2018

 

Arthur,Andrew. “ Immigration Enforcement is a Key Issue for Uncommitted Voters” September 2018

https://cis.org/Arthur/Immigration-Enforcement-Key-Issue-Uncommitted-Voter