They Are Us

By Pete Hamill

Bestselling author and leading light Pete Hamill makes an impassioned plea for common sense on the issue of illegal immigration. As the son of Irish immigrants, Pete Hamill has a deep respect for the courage and work ethic that newcomers to America have brought with them, transforming and enriching our society. For him, the issue of illegal immigration is not just a current political lightning rod -- it's personal. Using individual stories, front-lines reporting, and historical perspective, Hamill puts into context the raging debate about illegal immigration. He presents both sides of the question, detailing the social costs of our policies, and making practical recommendations for reform. Above all, he argues powerfully and persuasively that America needs these new waves of immigrants as much as they need us, and that we must welcome them with decency and grace.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0316182613
• ISBN13: 9780316182614
• Release Date: November 2010
• Publisher: Little Brown & Company
• Length: 240 Pages