Despite the welcoming words on the Statue of Liberty, many immigrants in American history faced discrimination and hostility. They were denied employment, subjected to violence, and targeted by groups such as the Know-Nothing Party, the American Protective Association, and the Ku Klux Klan. Restrictive laws, including the Chinese Exclusion Act and the biased immigration legislation of the 1920s, further limited opportunities and rights. The challenges immigrants faced and the social and political forces that shaped their experiences in the United States will be examined.

Hybrid (In-person at the Hawk with a Zoom option) - Not Recorded