Immigration is controversial - does it grow our economy? Do immigrants compete with native workers and lower wages? Does immigration cause higher unemployment? How might technological developments impact this issue?
First, read this article:
Immigration and Economic Growth (Hanson, 2012)
You may read other articles as well, and include them in your bibliography.
Using these resources:
1. Explain the four factors that lead to economic growth.
2. Which of the factors of growth does Hanson rely on to develop his arguments about the benefits of immigration?
3. Explain Hanson's arguments about immigration and the factors of growth.
4. Assume that you are an advisor to a U.S. Congressman. Draft a one-paragraph "soundbite" that summarizes an economic position on immigration.