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EVENT:
Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators marched in cities across the country on April 10 to protest the House's efforts to criminalise undocumented immigrants.
SIGNIFICANCE:
The Senate failed to pass a comprehensive immigration reform bill on April 7, which would have tightened border controls while offering most undocumented migrants a path to citizenship. Congressional leaders have promised a renewed effort to push through legislation reconciling business, security and humanitarian concerns.
Word Count (approx): 1217
Headings
- Roadmap for reform?
- Controls
- Compassion
- Long-time residents
- Medium-term residents
- New arrivals
- Business competitiveness
- Guest workers
- Highly skilled workers
- Foreign students
- White House position
- Pro-immigration faction
- Piecemeal reform outlook
Primary Keywords: NA, United States, economy, politics, social, government, immigration, legislation, reform
Secondary Keywords: Latin America, industry, agriculture, education, security, services, welfare
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