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Immigrants: The Backbone of the American Dream

  Immigrants have been essential to the United States' economic growth, cultural diversity, and innovation for centuries . They have significantly impacted various sectors, particularly technology and healthcare, where many play crucial roles as entrepreneurs, doctors, and researchers. Culturally, immigrants enrich American society by introducing diverse cuisines, traditions, and art forms, creating a vibrant multicultural landscape. Their entrepreneurial spirit drives job creation, with immigrant-owned businesses often at the forefront of innovation. A Diverse Workforce in the U.S. Immigrants constitute a vital element of the U.S. workforce, contributing significantly to various sectors that drive the nation’s economy. Many of the immigrant workforce is either undocumented or were undocumented during a period of their presence in the United States. However, that does not negate their palpable impact in several key industries: Tech Industry: The technology sector in the United St...

6 Immigrant Experience Nailed by the Movie "Coming to America"

     As a classic comedy film, "Coming to America" may not be the first movie that comes to mind when considering immigration experiences. However, upon closer examination, the movie nails several aspects of the immigrant experience in the United States. Here are six things that "Coming to America" got right about the immigrant experience: 1. The Culture Shock:  When Prince Akeem Joffer (Eddie Murphy) lands in the bustling city of New York from his serene home country of Zamunda, he experiences the quintessential immigrant sensation of culture shock. The fast-paced lifestyle and unfamiliar food choices leave Akeem feeling overwhelmed, a sentiment that echoes the experiences of many immigrants in the United States. 2. The Language Barrier:  Akeem's friend and assistant Semmi (Arsenio Hall) struggles to understand the slang and colloquialisms Americans use, highlighting the language barriers many immigrants face when coming to a new country. 3. The Struggle to Fin...

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