Immigration is not a zero sum game. Immigrants are job creators in many ways. We found that undocumented immigrants hold $256 billion in spending power, fueling growth and creating jobs. When they leave, spending falls, the economy contracts, and Americans lose jobs. www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnb...

The Analysis Group just put out a useful report on these issues, too.

The Economic Impact of Immigration on the United States

Analysis Group consultants analyzed recent data and rigorous empirical research to understand the role immigrants play in the US economy.

Politicians who are concerned about housing should avoid scapegoating immigrants — especially the immigrants who are building the very houses that we need to fill the shortage. The answer to the US’s housing shortage is obvious: more housing, not mass deportations. www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnb...

Politicians are trying to tie immigration to our housing crisis. They’re lying.

The available evidence tells a much different story.