New research by Shannon Gleeson from Cornell’s ILR School reveals that both labor unions and the U.S. military frame immigrants as essential contributors, sources of diversity, and, at times, potential threats.
While unions advocate for immigrants as vital labor contributors and organizing assets, they also express concerns about job competition. Similarly, the military values immigrants for their language and cultural skills but remains cautious about loyalty and security risks.
Both institutions see immigration as a way to address workforce shortages and boost diversity. For unions, this helps overcome a history of exclusion, while the military views diversity as a strategic advantage in global operations.
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