The American Dream By Rene De Visme Williamson - 2225 Words

â€Å"If the American dream is for Americans only, it will remain our dream and never be our destiny. As Americans, we are all born with natural rights and opportunities. From a young age it is instilled in our minds that we can set a goal and nothing is out of reach.† Rene de Visme Williamson The evolution and the come about of immigrants migrating to America has transformed and expanded in a major way. Many immigrants came to America seeking greater economic opportunity, while others arrived in search of religious freedom. Other immigrants like African slaves came to America against their will. Most immigrants wanted to find the American dream, and hope for a better life. The immigrants who come to America are largely hard working, family oriented, and have a passion for the values we have. Immigrants have contributed to the economy in countless means. However a social problem has come in effect where in immigrants are being taken advantage of and are sometimes mistreated. Many people say that immigrants have a negative impact on the economy and are taking up space. The topic of immigrants and their migration is always a controversial topic. Immigration has played an important role in American history. The form of immigration goes way back to the 1600’s. The first immigrants to come to the United States arrived voluntarily from Europe during the Colonial period. Many were merchants looking to trade and people in search of religious toleration. Other groups of immigrants arrived