America’s deadly delusion: Citizenship without assimilation
American citizenship has been defined, officially, by one’s birthplace. It must also include one’s sense of belonging. This week’s Supreme Court ruling has answered, at least for now, the constitutional question: Who qualifies for citizenship under the law? But a more difficult question remains: What does citizenship require once it is conferred? Over time, American […]
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
American citizenship has been defined, officially, by one’s birthplace. It must also include one’s sense of belonging.This week’s Supreme Court ruling has answered, at least for now, the constitutional question: Who qualifies for citizenship under the law? But a more difficult question remains: What does citizenship require once it is conferred? Recommended Stories Russia took Georgia with a bank, not a tank America has the chips. Here’s what it’s missing in race with China Trump won’t renew trade deal with Mexico and Canada. He would be foolish not to extend it Over time, American citizenship has increasingly been treated as unconditional — detached from civic integration, institutional loyalty, or accountability.
…
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at Washington Examiner.
Discussion
0 commentsMore from Washington Examiner
