Immigrants in the U.S. in the 19th century

  • What was the experience of immigrants in the U.S. in the 19th century? 2017? • In what ways were people critical of immigrants and immigration in the 19th century? 2017? • How did feelings of nativism and protectionism, shape conversations on immigration? Does nativism exist today? • Why did immigrants come to the United States in the 19th century? • Why are different ethnic groups immigrating to the United States today? • How are the reasons for immigrating in the 19th century similar or different from those of today?