Inventing America's First Immigration Crisis - (Catholic Practice in North America) by Luke Ritter

The book "Why Have Americans Expressed Concern About Immigration at Some Times but Not at Others?" provides a comprehensive examination of America's first nativist movement, shedding light on the cultural, economic, and political issues that fueled anti-immigrant sentiment in the antebellum West.

Through six detailed chapters, author Ritter uncovers new research on the secretive Order of Know-Nothings and presents original data on immigration, crime, and poverty in western cities, revealing how this movement ultimately shaped the political relationship between church and state.

This book offers valuable insights into the history of nativism in U.S.

politics and provides a fresh perspective on present-day concerns about immigration.

Don't miss out on this informative and thought-provoking read!