NJ. Hudson County has stood as the gateway to America for many of the Irish. After passing through Ellis Island. many of the new immigrants settled in Hudson County. where they contributed greatly to Its industrial. economic. and cultural base. These new Immigrants worked in the factories of Hudson County and on Its docks. They formed strong communities and became active In all facets of life In the county. especially politics. The Irish quickly rose to prominence In many of Hudson Countys communities. playing major roles In its political organizations and labor unions and were active participants In the clubs that are such focal points of the communitys life. Many of the descendants of these early Immigrants have now moved out of the county. to settle In other parts of the State. But IrishAmericans still make up nearly 9 percent of Hudson Countys population. And although new ethnic groups have moved into the county and are engaged In their own battles for empowerment. the Irish still play an active role in our Government.
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