Zuwanderung und Asyl in der Konkurrenzgesellschaft

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The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the asylum debate and migration policies in Germany and Europe. It explores the communication structure surrounding asylum decisions, demographic changes, labor market forecasts, and the dynamics of population growth and decline. The text discusses the evolution of foreigner policies, shifting from guest worker programs to minority and immigration policies, alongside public attitudes towards foreigners, xenophobia, and violence. It examines the measures taken against xenophobia and the challenges of multiculturalism and integration within Western democracies. The book also addresses legal and status issues related to immigration, including the Geneva Refugee Convention and German constitutional law. It outlines the contours of immigration legislation and the implications of current immigration trends for the welfare state. Additionally, it chronicles the asylum debate since German reunification, detailing party resolutions and positions from various political groups, such as the Greens, FDP, CDU, and SPD, regarding asylum and immigration policies. Through this documentation, the book highlights the ongoing challenges and discussions surrounding migration and integration in contemporary society.