Foreign-born residents put more into economy than they take out of it, according to report.
Foreign-born residents put more into economy than they take out of it, according to report.
Immigrant Contributions to the Golden State 2010″
* 27 percent (9.9 million) of California residents are immigrants, a rate higher than any other state in the nation.
* Immigrants and their children make up 41 percent of California’s population. Of all children in California, 48 percent have at least one immigrant parent.
* Immigrants participate in the labor force at slightly higher rates than non-immigrants, with 62 percent of immigrants and 60 percent of non-immigrants over the age of 16 employed in California.
* For Latino and Asian men, this difference is even greater. About 84 percent of all Latino and Asian immigrant men age 25-64 are employed, compared with 78 percent of U.S.-born Latino and Asian men.
* Immigrants contribute 32 percent of California’s GDP and make up 27 percent of the total household income in California. These numbers represent the researchers’ claim that immigrants put more into the economy than they take out of it.
* 42 percent of Californians speak a language other than English at home. However, demand for English language instruction is on the rise.
Highlights from “Immigrants in the Orange County Region”
* 30 percent of residents in Orange County are immigrants, and 44 percent of immigrants in Orange County are citizens.
* Immigrants in Orange County contribute about 33 percent of the region’s GDP and make up 28 percent of the total household income.
* Immigrants make up:
o 89 percent of maids and housekeeping cleaners
o 85 percent of bakers
o 85 percent of roofers
o 80 percent of painters, construction and maintenance workers
Highlights from “Immigrants in the Inland Empire Region”
* 22 percent of residents in the Inland Empire are immigrants, and 38 percent of immigrants in the Inland Empire are citizens.
* Immigrants comprise 29 percent of the labor force in the Inland Empire.
* Immigrants make up:
o 81 percent of agricultural workers and animal breeders.
o 66 percent of grounds maintenance workers
o 62 percent of maids and housekeeping cleaners
o 64 percent of roofers
More information is available at www.caimmigrant.org/contributions.html.
FROM- http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local-beat/Immigrants-More-Likely-to-Have-Jobs-Than-Native-Born-Report-82814382.html
Is Immigration Reform a Stimulus for the Economy?
Is Immigration Reform a Stimulus for the Economy?
If immigrants had an opportunity to buy a home and a new car or buy that big T.V without fear of deportation they would. not that they don’t already buy things such as clothing , food and inexpensive cars. but they would contribute more to this economy if they had less fear of not being able to enjoy the things they buy.
I would propose immigrants pay a fine of 7,500 for a family that can show it has been here longer than five years and 8,500 for someone here with two years. and 10,000 for someone that has less then one year in this country and can prove they have a job that no one has applied for and could not be filled.
and yes everyone would be required to pay a fee for background checks and only people that have not committed felonies should be granted citizenship.
lastly with Americas debt at an alarming high we will need more people paying into taxes and social security.
Grand jury investigating Sheriff Joe Arpaio of Arizona - Joe Arpaio is Racist?
The probe focuses on potential abuse of power against Maricopa County officials who disagree with him. Arpaio is known for his controversial immigration policies.
Reporting from Denver - A federal grand jury is investigating Joe Arpaio, the Arizona sheriff known for his aggressive stance on illegal immigration, for possible abuses of power in launching investigations of local officials who disagree with him, authorities said Friday. [link] latimes
Immigration Overhaul / Reform in 2010
Immigration Overhaul in 2010
By Ruben Navarrette Jr.
It’s time again for New Year’s resolutions, especially if Congress and the White House really plan to reopen the explosive immigration debate in 2010. Whether or not they do depends on which part of the political carnival you’re looking at.
This week, the Los Angeles Times reported that the Obama administration is discreetly laying the groundwork to tackle immigration reform early next year.
According to the article, senior White House aides have privately assured Latino immigration activists that President Obama will throw his support behind legislation in Congress to provide a path to earned legalization for the estimated 12 million illegal immigrants now living in the United States. - CNN
The Obama administration is rallying allies to push for a package with better border security and a path to citizenship for illegal immigrants now in the U.S. The effort is sure to be a tough sell. LA TIMES
Mayor Michael Bloomberg said he wants to help change immigration policy. In his inaugural address Friday, he vowed to work with the president and others to bring about meaningful changes to the nation’s immigration policies.
- ny1.com