Immigration isn't just about moving to a new place, it can represent something different to each and every person. Freedom, salvation, religion, jobs, family. Whatever the reason, people immigrate to make their lives better. To make a new life for themselves, a fresh start even. America has been a symbol of freedom to many. People in other countries who are in bad situations can see the happiness america has brought to other immigrants and help others take the leap of faith to leave everything behind and start anew. Immigration is a solution to the many problems people face in other countries who aren't as fortunate as we may be, living in America. The most significant immigration most Americans think of is when the puritans first came to America for religious freedom. ¨When they came ashore they would use their own liberty, for none had the power to command them¨ (Of Plymouth Plantation). When William Bradford first arrived to this new land, he felt a sense of freedom and opportunity. He finally could practice his religion freely, and base right and wrong from what they believe, not Great Britain. Because of this big step the puritans made, it created the big idea of immigration and will spread to all of God's creations. People from this point will come to america because of many different motives, immigration will become …show more content…
The Statue of Liberty is the main symbol of america and what we represent. ¨Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free¨(Lazarus 10-11). ¨I lift my lamp beside the golden door!¨ (Lazarus 14). The Statue of Liberty (America) is accepting with open arms to those who want to be free. Who are tired and weary. America basically gave an empowering message to anyone who desires to be free. This message could be the last push for some who are too scared to leave their country and everything they know, to something new and