A migrant’s dream is tied to the dreams of their family, the analysis found. The same is true of their actions.
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Research has shown that African immigrants in South Africa refrain from speaking their own languages and try to speak local languages to blend in.
While Costa Ricans pride their country for being an oasis of stability in Latin America, the nation has struggled with restrictive laws and social attitudes toward immigrants from Nicaragua.
The past decade has shown a strong connection between political protests and the looting of foreign-owned shops in South Africa. Research shows that local leaders use protests to maintain their power.
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