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From my standpoint the problem with H-1B and other visas in the US immigration system isn't that we're issuing too many but rather that they tie the workers to
by chuckcode 12y ago
From my standpoint the problem with H-1B and other visas in the US immigration system isn't that we're issuing too many but rather that they tie the workers to a particular company in a way that prevents them from changing jobs easily if they are underpaid. Personally I feel really lucky as a US citizen that incredibly talented people from all over the world are leaving their families to come here and contribute to our workforce. Even if you feel differently I think there is no reason to tie visas to a particular company as it prevents the market from working efficiently. Tech companies have already admitted to price fixing for wages [1] and the H-1B visa can certainly act as a way to prevent other companies from easily hiring your workforce.
[1] http://time.com/76655/google-apple-settle-wage-fixing-lawsuit/ http://time.com/76655/google-apple-settle-wage-fixing-lawsui...