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The Borders Between Us: Analyzing The United States’ Border Policies & Repercussions, Louise De Oliveira May 2020

The Borders Between Us: Analyzing The United States’ Border Policies & Repercussions, Louise De Oliveira

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This poster addresses the United States’ current southern border situation. It begins by analyzing the historical precedent for discrimination against immigrants to provide a background of understanding for the current situation. It then explains how this aided in President Trump’s election and his resolution to curb illegal immigration by reinforcing the southern border. It also analyzes the Trump Administration's zero-tolerance policy that led to family separation and the personal and political effects of the policy. Furthermore, the poster analyzes the executive order that attempted to end family separations. Finally, the poster examines the current state of border conditions and immigration …