- Opinion: America first? Our standard of living hinges on immigration and engagement with the world | Regardless of how the election turns out, Americans should begin thinking about what it means to be second, especially if economic and demographic trends continue https://www.marketwatch.com/story/america-first-our-standard-of-living-hinges-on-immigration-and-engagement-with-the-world-2020-09-18 5 comments politics