AAPI Adults See Legal Immigration as Key Economic Asset, Survey Finds

A new poll highlights the contrasting views of AAPI adults and the general U.S. population on the economic benefits of legal immigration.

• The survey shows 80% of AAPI adults view legal immigration as a major economic benefit, compared to 42% of the overall U.S. population.
• AAPI adults are more likely to recognize the contributions of immigrants in science and technology fields.
• The poll reveals similar views between AAPI adults and the general population regarding the risks of illegal immigration.
• About half of AAPI adults prioritize increased border security and reduced green card wait times.
• The findings emerge amid a political climate where immigration is a central issue in the upcoming presidential election.

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