The fence : national security, public safety, and illegal immigration along the U.S.-Mexico border / Robert Lee Maril.

Author/creator Maril, Robert Lee
Format Book
Publication InfoLubbock, Tex. : Texas Tech University Press, ©2011.
Descriptionxii, 368 pages : illustrations, map ; 25 cm
Subjects
Border security--Mexican-American Border Region.
Border security--Government policy. --United States.
Immigration enforcement--Mexican-American Border Region.
Fences--Mexican-American Border Region.
Mexican-American Border Region--Emigration and immigration.

Contents A virtual American dream. A simple solution ; Manny's disguise isn't one ; Anzalduas ; Olga Rivera Garcia's fence and Omar Sanchez's fence ; ISIS ; Dubuque -- Crossing to safety. More virtual fences ; CBP Agent Nora Munoz ; Juliet Garcia's fence and Michael Chertoff's wall ; Three different walls ; It's getting crowded along the border ; Crossing to safety.
Abstract "Investigates the reality of the proposed 2,000-mile-long border 'fence' between the United States and Mexico. First-person interviews and rigorous analysis of government documents uncover fiscal mismanagement, wasteful spending, and unkept promises. Suggests new public policies based on reasoned compromise and concern for human life"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2010049037
ISBN9780896726802 (hardcover : alk. paper)
ISBN0896726800 (hardcover : alk. paper)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks JV6565 .M37 2011 ✔ Available Place Hold
Joyner University Archives JV6565 .M37 2011 ✔ Available Request Material