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Ellis Island era offers no route for today's migrants
Original: My ancestors came through Ellis Island. Today’s migrants have no such option.
A commentary in America Magazine draws a contrast between earlier generations of immigrants, who entered the United States legally through Ellis Island, and migrants today, who have no comparable legal pathway. The argument is fueling debate over whether the US immigration system has closed off the lawful routes that previous newcomers relied on.
Why now: Immigration remains a central political controversy in the United States, and the comparison between past and present entry rules resonates with current policy debates.
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