1. Michael Scott refers to a “ticking time bomb” and “hordes of illegal aliens” in describing America’s illegal immigration situation. Does such language, in your opinion, appeal more to a person’s reason or to emotions? Can you find other examples of possibly inflammatory language in the viewpoints of Michael Scott and Saskia Sassen? Explain.
2. What accusation does Miguel Perez make against Republican opponents of amnesty for illegal immigrants? Do such accusations strengthen or weaken his arguments, in your view? Can you find evidence for Perez’s assertion in the viewpoints of Michael Scott, Don Feder, or other viewpoints in the chapter? Why or why not?
3. Don Feder talks of “illegal aliens” and mocks the term “undocumented workers.” What differences exist between these two terms in meaning? Explain.
4. What does Tom Andres believe to be...