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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Terry Tang and Linley Sanders

Asian American and Pacific Islanders feel US opportunity fading amid immigration impact

  • A new poll reveals many Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) adults have been directly affected by stricter immigration policies.
  • Approximately half of AAPI adults or their acquaintances have faced detention, deportation, or adjusted daily routines due to immigration concerns.
  • About 60% of AAPI adults now believe the United States no longer offers significant opportunities for immigrants, marking a notable change in perception.
  • Even legal immigrants and naturalized citizens report feeling their status is questioned, prompting them to carry immigration documents more regularly.
  • AAPI adults are more likely to identify with their heritage than with being American, and 73% believe cultural mixing is vital to America's identity.

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