Migration

The United States is a nation of immigrants, and yet some policymakers and pundits unfairly scapegoat some of our most recent immigrant neighbors, preying on the fears and insecurities of U.S. citizens.  The immigration debate therefore has revolved around border walls, deportations, and draconian policies that are not only cruel but also ineffective in addressing the important issue of migration.  Witness for Peace's long history monitoring U.S. economic policy has taught us that often these policies leave families no options but to migrate to be able to provide for their families.  We seek to educate the U.S. public and policymakers about the root causes of immigration, and to change U.S. trade and economic policy that contributes to migration.