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    Inclusive Approach to Immigrants Who Are Undocumented Can Help Families and States Prosper
    Williams, Erica; Figueroa, Eric; Tharpe, Wesley (Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, 2019-12-19)
    In sharp contrast to the Trump Administration’s harmful rhetoric and administrative actions targeting immigrants, which have created a climate of fear — especially among families with immigrants who are undocumented — a number of states have adopted pragmatic policies designed to treat all people fairly and give all individuals an opportunity to thrive. This inclusive approach makes sense and holds true to our nation’s often-stated ideals, ideals which United States immigration policies have not always respected, and evidence shows it can foster community well-being and improve state economies. Harsh anti-immigrant policies, in contrast, harm workers and their children and likely weaken the economy.