Pull Up the Roots
I have a good time when I go out of my mind..
There you go against using immigrants as a scapegoat for broader systemic issues.Black folks got the jobs and quit because of unethical working conditions.
Without the constant flow of illegal immigrants those types of places would have to improve or go out of business.
Anyway, the idea that getting rid of undocumented immigrants would force companies to improve wages and working conditions is misleading because it overlooks the real issue, which is corporate greed and a lack of strong labor protections, especially in the South. You are using The 2019 ICE raids in Mississippi as an example of how we should crackdown on immigration, but it is proving the opposite. After immigrant workers were removed, Black workers took their place but quickly quit because of the same poor working conditions and low wages. The problem isn't the availability of immigrant labor but rather the refusal of these companies to prioritize fair wages and safe working environments.
Companies exploit both immigrants and domestic workers alike because the system allows it, especially in the South. Without strong labor laws or enforcement, employers will continue to push for cheap labor, regardless of where it comes from. Even if undocumented workers were removed, businesses could turn to other low-wage sources, without addressing the root issue of worker exploitation.
If we really want to improve wages and conditions, the focus should be on passing stronger labor protections, raising the minimum wage, and holding companies accountable, not blaming immigrant workers for systemic problems.