‘Migrants’? ‘Refugees’? Terminology Is Contested, Powerful, and Evolving

‘Migrants’? ‘Refugees’? Terminology Is Contested, Powerful, and Evolving
What’s in a name? Terms used to refer to people crossing international borders are frequently debated and often evolve, amid efforts to shape the narrative and changing political realities. This article explores the history and evolving use of terms such as “migrant,” “refugee,” “illegal immigrant,” “unauthorized immigrant,” and more.