Migration, Immigration, and Power
The movement of people around the world is as old astime, and the United States has experienced this phenomenon forhundreds of years. You will explore and trace the ways in whichpeople have moved to and within the United States and how thesemovements have affected the social identity, industry, environment,and community development of the United States. Readmore about the movement of people west and the impactof Manifest Destiny.
For the Discussion Board this week, consider theimpact that migration and immigration have had on American ideas,beliefs, and values starting with the Native Americantribes during westward expansion to the current immigrationand naturalization difficulties. Compare how the U.S. government’srole and policies influenced immigration and migration during late1800s to today.
For your Discussion Board post answer the followingquestions:Ă‚Â
How did the spirit of Manifest Destiny and federalpolicies guide the outcome of Native American tribes on the GreatPlains and west of the Great Plains?Ă‚Â
How do you think immigration policies today facilitateimmigration to the United States?
