Why Immigration Remains a Defining Issue for America

I had the great opportunity to sit down and do a podcast with Helen Park, Benjamin Neibart and Eshaan Maggon. They all attend Bergen County Academies. They were really wonderful and insightful.

In this episode, we dive into the topic of immigration and how it played a huge role in the 2024 presidential election. We talk about how different people in America view immigration—why it matters a lot to some groups and not as much to others. We also explore what it really means to care about immigration and how it can impact certain communities more than others.

We take a closer look at the way immigration is talked about in the media and how that shapes people’s opinions, sometimes dividing us instead of bringing us together. Finally, we have an open conversation about how we can work toward real solutions for immigration in the future—solutions that make sense for everyone. It’s a thoughtful and honest discussion about a topic that continues to shape America.