Is the immigrant experience similar in any way to that of minorities already living in America?

The Immigrant and the American Minority: Is the immigrant experience similar in any way to that of minorities already living in America? If so, explain in detail how this could be true. If not, explain in detail how this is not true. OR explain how it is both true and untrue using examples from the chosen works to support your answer.
Take a position on the chosen question and use the essays to strengthen your argument. Use all the elements of an academic argument: