Walter Nicholls
The Dreamers
- ISBN 13:
- 9780804788847
- author:
- Walter Nicholls
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Stanford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 248
- Dimensions:
- 21.59 x 14.22 x 1.27 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Emigration & Immigration,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The DREAMers: How the Undocumented Youth Movement Transformed the Immigrant Rights Debate by Walter Nicholls. In 2010, a group of undocumented students took a bold step, occupying Senator John McCain's office in Arizona. This act of protest sparked a wave of activism across the country, with young people from similar backgrounds following suit. The DREAMers movement has since become a powerful voice in American politics, driven by the unique experiences and perspectives of these long-term residents. Through interviews, news stories, and firsthand encounters with activists, Walter Nicholls explores the strategies and claims that have shaped this movement. By arguing for their right to recognition as "American" youth sharing core American values, undocumented youths have sought to challenge anti-immigrant sentiment and change the terms of debate. This book provides a detailed investigation into the growth and impact of the DREAMers movement, shedding light on how a stigmatized group can gain a powerful voice in American politics.
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