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Rethinking Crime and Immigration » Contexts Notably, we found a significantly lower rate of violence among Mexican-Americans compared to blacks and whites. A major reason is that more than a quarter of those of Mexican descent were born abroad and more than half lived in neighborhoods where the majority of residents were also Mexican. In particular, first-generation immigrants (those born outside the United States) were 45 percent less likely to commit violence than third-generation Americans, adjusting for individual, family, and neighborhood background. Second-generation immigrants were 22 percent less likely to commit violence than the third generation. This pattern held true for non-Hispanic whites and blacks as well. Our study further showed living in a neighborhood of concentrated immigration was directly associated with lower violence (again, after taking into account a host of correlated factors, including poverty and an individual’s immigrant status). Immigration thus appeared “...

“No Place for Hate” Resolution of Respect We, the Academic Senate Council of Cuesta College, pledge from this day forward to do our best to combat prejudice and to stop those who, because of hate or ignorance, would hurt people or violate their civil rights. We will try at all times to be aware of our own biases and seek to gain understanding of those we perceive as being different from ourselves. We will speak out against all forms of prejudice and discrimination. We will reach out to support those who are targets of hate. We will think about specific ways to promote respect for people and create a prejudice-free zone. We firmly believe that one person can make a difference and that no person can be an “innocent” bystander when it comes to opposing hate. We recognize that respecting individual dignity, achieving equality, and promoting intergroup harmony are the responsibilities of all people. By signing this pledge, we commit ourselves to making a positive impact in the community we ...