Nativists

Definition

Nativists were individuals or groups in the United States who favored the interests of native-born people over those of immigrants. They often expressed anti-immigrant sentiments and supported policies that restricted immigration.

Related terms

Nativism: This is an ideology favoring native-born citizens over immigrants, often associated with xenophobia and nationalism.

Know-Nothing Party: A political party active during the mid-19th century known for its strong opposition to immigrants and Catholics.

Immigration Act of 1924: A federal law that limited the number of immigrants allowed entry into the United States through a national origins quota.