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Undocumented workers navigate limbo of New York’s underground economy

Surge of migrants into US cities has fueled political divisions but not ended labour shortages

When Silvana arrived in New York with her husband and daughter after a nearly two-month journey from Ecuador through the jungle, she immediately started looking for a job.

At first, the 33-year-old, who was a baker back home, tried applying at restaurants and bakeries. But without a work permit or social security number, she had no luck.

“It’s a beautiful country with many opportunities,” said Silvana, who has been in New York City for a year and a half. “But there should be more opportunities for migrants without papers.”

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