Immigrants from Ireland and Germany were discriminated against in the 1800s because they were likely to take high-paying jobs. they were Catholic, and most Americans were Protestant. they were Protestant, and most Americans were Catholic. they were Know-Nothing members.

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Justus Velez

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18 December, 10:42

Immigrants from Ireland and Germany were discriminated against in the 1800s because they were likely to take high-paying jobs. they were Catholic, and most Americans were Protestant. they were Protestant, and most Americans were Catholic. they were Know-Nothing members.

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Neil York · Answer 1

Americans also didn't like these immigrants because they believe that they would follow the pope instead of the president (because of their religion).