There are many reasons for why people choose to move to another country permanently. One of the strongest reasons for people to come to the U.S. is for work.
History of Immigrants Moving to Work in America
Building the Transcontinental Railroad: Many immigrants from China and Ireland moved to help build the railroad.
What was going on that would make them want to move?
Anarchist Act - After McKinnley assassination by a Polish anarchist, immigrants can be denied entry into the country based on political opinions.
Current Immigration for Work
Here is your task: Look up the statistics on immigrant work (both legal and illegal) in the U.S. Currently. Please remember to cite your sources. Find out:
How many immigrant workers live and work in the U.S. currently?
Where are most of those workers coming from?
What is going on in their home countries that causes them to move to the U.S. to work?