A U.S. demographic survey published on Monday has revealed that Asians are currently entering the country in far greater numbers than ever before, outpacing even Hispanics. The timely survey seems to remind American politicians that immigrants are already a significant part of their constituents.

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The Pew Research Center noted that more than a century ago, the number of immigrants in the U.S. was even higher compared to the present times. The report said that from the 1960s up to 2065, almost 60 million people would have immigrated to the United States.

The survey estimates that in 50 years time, almost 90 percent of Americans in the country will have immigrant roots.

In 1965, the United States passed the Immigration and Nationality Act, which removed the preference for Europeans and restrictions for others. The new immigration law focused on people moving in for employment or those who want to be reunited with their loved ones.

Presently, more than 50 percent of American immigrants are Hispanics, while more than 25 percent are Asians.

Pew spokesperson said the influx of immigrants will actually replenish the country's population. The survey included a poll among Americans regarding their view on people coming to the U.S.

Almost half of the poll participants believe that immigrants are making positive contributions in the country. Almost 40 percent, however, said that immigrants are detrimental to U.S. society while almost 20 percent have a neutral opinion.

About 50 percent of those surveyed generally view immigrants as good for the country's economy although they also believe that many of them are also engaged in illegal activities.

With regards to their origins, Asians and Europeans have made good impressions with at least 50 percent of those surveyed. Hispanics and Middle Easterners, however, were not viewed as favorably by many of the respondents.

The survey also noted that Caucasians will only compose less than 50 percent of the country's population in the next 40 years. The continuing influx of people from various countries has also ensured that no single race, ethnic or cultural group will dominate U.S. society.

Pew researchers said that without the 1965 immigration law, the Asian population in the U.S. would not even exceed one percent.

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