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Video published July 23, 2010 | Download MP4 | View transcript
Above: KPBS reporters explore the financial impact and personal toll of illegal immigration in this half hour television news special.
News
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Costs And Benefits Of Illegal Immigration Are Unequally Distributed
The immigration issue sparks strong views. That’s because powerful interest groups have much at stake in either changing things or keeping things as they are. As part of our Envision series "Crossing the Line - Border Stories," we look at the winners and losers under the current system.
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Staying Put: One Man's Thoughts On Crossing The Border 36 Years Later
- July 22
- Border
Despite the economic downturn, the desire to work and live in the U.S. continues to drive migrants north. As part of our Envision series “Crossing the Line: Border Stories,” we bring you the story of one man who understands that desire well.
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Over 5 Million Children Caught Up In Illegal Immigration Debate
- July 21
- Border
The national immigration debate largely focuses on adults. But there are more than five million children living in the U.S. whose parents are here illegally. When those parents are deported, many of those young people are left to fend for themselves.
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The Border's Bottom Line
Three million unauthorized immigrants live here in California. The statistics raise an important economic question – just what are the financial implications of such a large undocumented population? KPBS begins its special Envision series, Crossing the Line: Border Stories.
Featured
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European Perspective On US Border: Build Economies Not Fences
- July 26
- Border
French journalist Julien Pearce reflects on his experience visiting the U.S.-Mexico border fence. Immigration issues in Europe are similar to those in the U.S., but the size and scope of the fence is distinctly different.
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Illegal Immigration In California - A Study In Contradictions
- July 21 These Days
- Border
- Economy
Call them what you will - unauthorized , illegal, or undocumented - the three million immigrants in California who either entered the U.S. illegally or overstayed their visas have an impact on the state's economy and a polarizing effect on its politics. We explore the costs of illegal immigration on business, government, and the children of those who are deported, and we look at why illegal immigrants continue to find ...
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The "Perfect Storm" Of Mexican Immigration Is Coming To An End
- July 8 These Days
- Border
- Economy
How are demographic shifts in Mexico impacting the future of immigration to the U.S.?
