Immigration in California History

Immigration is one of the most heavily debated topics today, especially in California. California has the highest yearly immigrant population in the United States. In 2018, over 27% of the population was comprised of foreign-born individuals. About 40% were from Mexico, 7% were from China, and 5% were from India. The controversy with immigration is that foreign workers are "stealing" American jobs. While degrees and education aren't everything, it is important to note that almost a 1/3 of the immigrant population has less than a high school diploma. In comparison, only 7% of California citizens have less than a high school diploma. This should, in theory, make it easier for those American citizens to get jobs.