Today, I'm honored to be joined by Alex Nowrasteh, Director of Immigration Studies at Cato Institute's Center for Global Liberty and Prosperity to talk about the economics of immigration and more.
While I certainly understand some of the philosophical arguments regarding immigration, I am a bit surprised at the “sugar-coating” of this complex issue. Among the issues not discussed are the current cost of federal subsidizing “illegal immigration;” the costs of human trafficking; and a true accounting of the impacts and costs of services provided.
Thanks for listening, Rafa! I believe we covered all of those issues except human trafficking, which is abhorrent, but given 35 minutes it is difficult to get too in-depth for each issue. I believe we need more pathways to citizenship which requires visa reform while upholding the rule of law along the border, which visa reform would help more than many other endeavors, including the wall. You’re correct it is a complicated issue. Too often though there’s a lot of rhetoric without facts, and I hope this episode helps provide facts and information that will make people wonder more about the costs and benefits rather than just be opposed for political purposes as some do.
While I certainly understand some of the philosophical arguments regarding immigration, I am a bit surprised at the “sugar-coating” of this complex issue. Among the issues not discussed are the current cost of federal subsidizing “illegal immigration;” the costs of human trafficking; and a true accounting of the impacts and costs of services provided.
Thanks for listening, Rafa! I believe we covered all of those issues except human trafficking, which is abhorrent, but given 35 minutes it is difficult to get too in-depth for each issue. I believe we need more pathways to citizenship which requires visa reform while upholding the rule of law along the border, which visa reform would help more than many other endeavors, including the wall. You’re correct it is a complicated issue. Too often though there’s a lot of rhetoric without facts, and I hope this episode helps provide facts and information that will make people wonder more about the costs and benefits rather than just be opposed for political purposes as some do.