Conservative rhetoric triggers fear that immigrants who arrived in the US legally will commit crimes. A survey reveals that the number of Americans who see fewer benefits and more risks in immigration, even when it occurs through legal channels, has increased.
The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll found that a sizable percentage of American adults believe immigrants contribute to the country's economic growth and make important contributions to American culture. However, Americans see fewer notable benefits than in the past and believe they pose more risks.