41. Why did Americans look at immigrants negatively?

There are several reasons why some Americans may have looked at immigrants negatively in the past. One reason is that immigrants often faced discrimination and prejudice based on their race, ethnicity, or nationality. This discrimination was often fueled by fears that immigrants would take jobs away from native-born Americans or that they would bring in diseases or crime. Additionally, some Americans may have looked at immigrants negatively because they did not speak English and were unable to fully integrate into American society. Overall, negative attitudes towards immigrants have been a part of American history, but it is important to recognize that immigrants have also made significant contributions to the country.