The “golden door” exalted at the Statue of Liberty still beckons the world’s poor. Once inside the U.S., however, most immigrants accept a lifestyle that is anything but glittering. This program reveals the conditions in which an American newcomer, legal or not, struggles to earn a living, save money, and meet basic needs. Featuring interviews with numerous immigrants from Latin America and Africa, the film illustrates their experiences with entrenched racism, unfairly low wages, the lack of a social safety net, few if any economic resources, and crowded, substandard housing. These individuals also describe the goals that drive them—education and a better future for their loved ones—and the equally important work ethic with which the majority of immigrants approach their jobs. Several scholars contribute their expertise as well.

Films Media Group

Immigrants -- United States -- Economic conditions, Immigrants -- United States, Poverty -- United States, Poor -- United States

Poverty in America

Mohan, T.N. (director), Maria Thomas, Donna (composer), Sartorio, Julia (producer), Gallup, Aaron (videographer), Drum, Mark (editor), Michael, Gene (composer), Lathika International Film & Entertainment Inc (producer), Media Show (Firm) (producer)

00:41:02 (HH:MM:SS)

English

adult/continuing education, higher education, high school (grades 10-12), college

Name	Films Media Group (Firm)
Role	publisher
Telephone	800-257-5126
Address	200 Metro Blvd., Suite 124, Hamilton, NJ 08619
Email	[email protected]

2011-01-01

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