The analysis of Census data that was published earlier by the Associated Press highlights the significant drop in the number of undocumented immigrants in the United States, from the 12 million mark in 2007 to the estimated 11.1 million in 2011. Unlike previous years where 80% of undocumented immigrants are Hispanics while Asian immigrants lagged, the number of immigrants from Asia are currently increasing.
It was back in the nineties when the number of undocumented immigrants flocked the United States because of its strong economy. Those from other countries see the status of the economy in the country before as better than its current situation. This decline in the numbers can be attributed not only to the weakening U.S. economy but also the country’s strong enforcement policies.
Based on the current report, the numbers of undocumented immigrants are made up of about 55% Mexicans, 25% Latin Americans, and an increasing 10% from Asia. It is observed that fewer Mexican workers are entering the country. The Latino communities are hoping that the opportunities will be better for them again as they showed their support for President Obama during the election. Whether things will be better or worse remains to be seen.
Source: ABC News Univision
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