Research Paper on:
U.S. Southwest and the Impact of Immigration on Their Economies

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the Mexican smugglers who trade in people. The influx of Mexicans to the United States is thought to hurt the economy, but the reality of that assumption is studied through  an investigation of the border states, which are California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. The paper concludes that illegal immigrants have not hurt the economy at all. Still, negative  aspects of illegals are noted, including the fact that they utilize social services and public schools a great deal. Quality of life issues are looked at. The report is replete  with statistics and facts about the economies of the border states. The report also provides a generous amount of information on the smuggling rings that infiltrate the Mexicans border towns.  Bibliography lists 25 sources. SA134smg.rtf ABSTRACT This study looks at the problem of illegal immigration at the Mexican border and demonstrates that while harmful,  has not hurt the United States economy at all. In fact, the economies of the border states are presently thriving. Detailed accounts of how coyotes and organized crime help illegals  cross the border are also provided, along with a look at why the Mexicans want to cross, and what happens when they are successful. Living conditions and opportunities for the  illegal immigrants are explored. The study shows that while the economies are not damaged, nor is the overall economy of the United States, society is hurt by the illegal activity.  There are intangible ramifications and it appears that for the immigrants, successful crossing of the border is not equivalent with overall success. The fact that the illegals are heavy users  of social services is explored, but their contribution to society is also duly noted. Overall, the entry of immigrants in the latter part of the twentieth century is viewed as