Michigan seeks visas to lure immigrants to Detroit

[OhioChick]

Jan 23, 8:29 PM EST

Associated Press

DETROIT (AP) -- Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder asked the federal government Thursday to set aside thousands of work visas for bankrupt Detroit, a bid to revive the decaying city by attracting talented immigrants who are willing to move there and stay for five years.

The Republican governor has routinely touted immigration as a powerful potential force for growing Detroit's economy, saying immigrant entrepreneurs start many small businesses and file patents at twice the rate of U.S.-born citizens.

"Let's send a message to the entire world: Detroit, Michigan, is open to the world," Snyder said at a news conference.

The proposal involves EB-2 visas, which are offered every year to legal immigrants who have advanced degrees or show exceptional ability in certain fields.

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[MrScorpio]

1. So, basically fuck the Detroiters already living here

Bring on the carpetbaggers

[ChromeFoundry]

3. Then maybe Apple would consider manufacturing some of their iCrap there!

All they need to do is lower the minimum wage to around $10 per day.


If Rick gets his way, I wish all the Detroiters the best of luck in finding another city to move too.

[antigop]

2. does anyone trust Snyder? nt