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Most Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders think legal immigration gives U.S. a major economic boost, AP-NORC poll finds

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Asian American , Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander adults more likely to view legal immigration as asset to economy.

About 8 in 10 AAPI adults say legal immigration to the U.S. is a “major benefit” contributing to economic growth.

When it comes to the risks posed by illegal immigration, their views are similar to those of Americans overall.

On legal immigration, AAPI adults who identify with a political party are much more likely to see a major economic benefit from legal immigration.

About 4 in 10 think it’s a “major risk” that immigrants who are living in the country without legal permission will commit crimes.

About 2 in 10 Republicans think legal immigration is a major benefit for economic growth.

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83

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88

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51

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formal

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English

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60

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short-lived

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