fear
someone who favors the original population over immigration
anti- aliens
They wanted to restrict immigration. This was done in a way that people were to be passed through check points to be checked for diseases. This was done by a government inspector to make sure they meet the legal requirements before one enters United States. These include not having been convicted of any felony, demonstration of ability to work and demonstration that they have some money.
In response to increased Immigration from Ireland and Germany, nativists pushed for laws to discourage immigration or deny political rights to immigrants.
They were anti-Catholic, and nativists (opposed to Immigration and were suspicious of immigrants).
Asia -APEX
The Chinese Exclusion Act was passed in 1882 due to rising anti-Chinese sentiment and fear of competition for jobs and resources. The Act aimed to restrict Chinese immigration to the United States and bar Chinese immigrants from becoming naturalized citizens. It was the first significant law in American history to restrict immigration based on nationality or ethnic background.
To stop immigration =APEX
The nativists think that the immigrant will take over their job when they com into the country.
Asia (APEX)
In response to increased Immigration from Ireland and Germany, nativists pushed for laws to discourage immigration or deny political rights to immigrants.
Natives opposed immigration because they believed immigrants would take their places in regards to employment. Natives also lacked trust and were therefore insecure.