border security

Presents a historical analysis of border crossings in both directions on the United States-Mexico border and offers a framework for a more comprehensive border policy.

Offers a series of essays which address both sides of the border wall with Mexico debate focusing on the ethics and cost of building the wall.

This book explores what it means to be a citizen in a democracy.

The United States has two of the longest unfortified borders in the world . . . and people arrive daily by air from outside the country, too. At those borders and airports are the border security officers who are on the front lines of making sure our nation is protected. They use their training, skill, and the latest technology to keep the bad guys out. Inside, learn how they keep our borders safe, every day, around the clock. Adventure, courage, talent . . . and service--they can all be found in the stories of brave men and women who go . . . ON A MISSION. Each title in this series contains color photos, close ups of key tools and technology used on each mission, and back matter including: an index, further reading lists for books and internet resources, and a series glossary. Mason Crest's editorial team has placed Key Icons to Look for throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are then used in the prose throughout that chapter, and are emboldened, so that the reader is able to reference back to the definitions- building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the reader's comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each chapter as well and provide readers with suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter contains terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader's knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

"This title provides a wide range of opinions on whether or not the United States should close its Mexican and Canadian borders to immigrants. The impact and efficacy of increased border patrol and enforcement are debated"--From the publisher's web site.

Uses interviews with migrants, policy makers, immigrants rights activists, and police and soldiers to examine the European immigrant crisis from France to the Mediterranean.

Examines immigration in the United States, including the history of U.S. immigration and the debate over immigration reforms, laws, and policies.

Readers will go behind the scenes and ride along with the worlds toughest, most courageous, and highly-trained border patrols. They'll take in all the rough-and-tumble adventure that is faced each day in their frightening and high-energy careers.

Investigates the reality of the proposed 2,000-mile-long border 'fence' between the United States and Mexico.