"Illegal aliens" won't be used anymore at Library of Congress

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The Library of Congress announced it will no longer use “illegal aliens” to label books and other media about immigrants. The library said the term "illegal aliens" has become insulting and offensive.

The library will now use “noncitizens” and “unauthorized immigration” to refer to people residing in the country illegally. The library said those terms are more correct as well as less insulting.

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This part of the article really digs deep into what is going on in America. The phrase "Illegal Alien" is described by dictionary.com as a "foreigner who has entered or resides in a country unlawfully or without the country's authorization". The article ask the question on whether or not the phrase is politically correct or a negative connotation towards undocumented citizens.

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People are upset about the use of this kind of language because it alienates some communities and raises others, creating a oppressive dichotomy.

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