by piecenter | May 22, 2013 | Public opinion surveys
By Caroline Roper Floridians are unsure about how many immigrants are in the state without proper documentation, even though they are interested in the topic and regularly follow it on the news, according to a study by the UF/IFAS Center for Public Issues Education....
by piecenter | May 22, 2013 | Public opinion surveys
By Kacie Pounds Floridians feel that undocumented immigrants should not receive government-funded help from programs such as housing assistance or unemployment benefits, according to recent research by the UF/IFAS Center for Public Issues Education. Only about 20...
by piecenter | May 22, 2013 | Public opinion surveys
By Kacie Pounds Florida residents are concerned about current economic conditions, and many feel that undocumented immigrant workers could decrease Floridians’ economic opportunities, as shown in recent research. The UF/IFAS Center for Public Issues Education...
by piecenter | May 22, 2013 | Public opinion surveys
By Caroline Roper Even though a significant number of Floridians speak a language other than English, most still support English as the official language, according to a study conducted by the UF/IFAS Center for Public Issues Education. Eighty-two percent of...
by piecenter | May 22, 2013 | Public opinion surveys
By Laura Gorham When it comes to undocumented workers, most Floridians envision farm workers and roofers – and not the maids, dishwashers and janitors that are actually more prevalent, according to new research. Eighty-four percent of Floridians surveyed by the...
by piecenter | May 22, 2013 | Public opinion surveys
By Laura Bernheim Despite Floridians’ relatively unfavorable opinions of undocumented immigrants, most residents believe these immigrants should be allowed a path to earn U.S. citizenship, according to recent research by the UF/IFAS Center for Public Issues Education....