Immigration by Sea: A Comparison of the Immigration Experience Between Cubans and Haitians

There has been an increase in undocumented immigrants from the Caribbean traveling by boat to the US. While Haitian and Cuban immigrants face many dangers and risks during their journey across the sea, they also have different experiences and treatments once they reach the US. Cuban immigrants have historically received "special treatment" in the US, while Haitians have not. This article examines the reasons behind this disparity and how policies have changed over time.