Diversity Immigrant Visa Lottery Issues
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The purpose of the diversity immigrant visa lottery is to encourage legal immigration from countries other than the major sending countries of current immigrants to the U.S. Current law weights the allocation of immigrant visas heavily toward aliens with close family in the U.S. and, to a lesser extent, toward aliens who meet particular employment needs. The diversity immigrant category was added to the Immigration and Nationality Act to stimulate ¿new seed¿ immigration (i.e., to foster new, mor
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This comprehensive analysis tackles the complex world of the Diversity Visa Lottery, providing a clear-eyed examination of a program designed to counterbalance family-based and employment-focused immigration channels. The book meticulously traces the legislative history and policy rationale behind this "new seed" immigration initiative, breaking down how it aims to diversify immigrant source countries beyond traditional sending nations. Readers will find a thorough exploration of the program's mechanics, eligibility requirements, and the ongoing debates surrounding its effectiveness and fairness.
What sets this work apart is its balanced approach to a highly politicized topic, offering readers the factual foundation needed to form their own informed opinions about immigration policy. The analysis doesn't shy away from addressing both the program's successes in creating new immigration pathways and the persistent challenges it faces in implementation and public perception. For anyone seeking to understand the nuances of U.S. immigration law beyond surface-level political rhetoric, this provides an essential roadmap to one of its most unique components.
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