Immigration as a global issue

This issue is very important to all nations. One that we are all struggling with. Thus this report is important.

OUT TODAY, per Will Bohlen: The German Marshall Fund releases "Transatlantic Trends: Immigration" at the National Press Club at 9 a.m. The public opinion survey looks at how Americans, Canadians, and Europeans in six countries feel about immigration, integration, and how their governments are faring on immigration policy. From the U.S. results: 73% of Americans think the federal government is doing a poor job in managing immigration. Partisan splits show Republicans and independents favoring states handling immigration policy; Democrat favor the federal government. 67% of Americans said immigration policy would affect their vote. Full report available online after 8 a.m. www.transatlantictrends.org