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Deportation: The Origins of U.S. Policy

by Torrie Hester

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Deportation is the forced removal of a person from a country. It has been used throughout history as a way to control immigration and punish criminals. In the United States, deportation has been used since the 19th century to remove people who are considered to be undesirable.

The Early Years

The first deportation law in the United States was passed in 1882. This law allowed the government to deport anyone who was not a citizen and who had been convicted of a crime. In the early 20th century, the government expanded the list of deportable offenses to include political activities, such as membership in the Communist Party.

During World War II, the government used deportation to remove people who were considered to be a threat to national security. This included Japanese Americans, who were interned in camps during the war. After the war, the government continued to use deportation to remove people who were considered to be undesirable, such as criminals, communists, and homosexuals.

The Modern Era

In the 1980s, the government began to crack down on illegal immigration. This led to a sharp increase in the number of deportations. In 1996, the government passed the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA). This law made it easier for the government to deport people who were in the country illegally.

Since 9/11, the government has used deportation to remove people who are considered to be a threat to national security. This includes people who are suspected of terrorism or who have been convicted of terrorism-related offenses.

The Impact of Deportation

Deportation has a devastating impact on families and communities. It can lead to the loss of jobs, homes, and loved ones. Deportation can also make it difficult for people to rebuild their lives in their home countries.

There is a growing movement to reform the deportation system in the United States. Advocates for reform argue that the system is too harsh and that it does not take into account the human cost of deportation. They also argue that the system is ineffective in deterring illegal immigration.

The debate over deportation is likely to continue for many years to come. It is a complex issue with no easy answers.

Deportation is a powerful tool that can be used to control immigration and punish criminals. However, it is also a tool that can be used to harm innocent people. The government must use deportation carefully and with discretion.

Deportation: The Origins of U.S. Policy

by Torrie Hester

4.9 out of 5