America, the beautiful. The land of the free. The freedom to obtain certain unalienable rights, that aren’t necessarily given in other countries. We are considered a melting pot to some and hope for others. Our flag represents a courageous struggle to survive. This pride is emulated on every American’s face as we hear our national anthem. In that moment, we are one.
So what is an American really? Of course we know the legal definition of being an American, to be native or citizen of the United States. However, what about the people who receive their citizenship through the immigration route? Should they have the same rights as others who were born here? To view that answer, we simply must explore the facts.
Immigration is the process of moving people …show more content…
In order for people to come to the United States, there are certain requirements and test that need to be completed to allow acceptance. Seems like a piece of cake, right? However, this is the epitome of a nightmare. U.S. immigration laws are very complex, and there’s much confusion as to how it works.
According to the Immigration and Naturalization Act (INA), there is a form of law dominant current immigration policy. It provides a worldwide limit of only 675,000 permanent immigrants. Congress and the President concluded a separate number for those who are refugees to be accepted. United States bases immigration acceptance upon reunification of families, and admitting immigrants with skills that are valuable to the U.S. economy.
With all of these ramifications, have we ever stopped and realized the luxury we have as being a native to the Unites States. We don’t have to worry about lack of resources, with a Walmart on every corner. Everyone has an equal opportunity for higher education, and to ensure overall
So what is an American really? Of course we know the legal definition of being an American, to be native or citizen of the United States. However, what about the people who receive their citizenship through the immigration route? Should they have the same rights as others who were born here? To view that answer, we simply must explore the facts.
Immigration is the process of moving people …show more content…
In order for people to come to the United States, there are certain requirements and test that need to be completed to allow acceptance. Seems like a piece of cake, right? However, this is the epitome of a nightmare. U.S. immigration laws are very complex, and there’s much confusion as to how it works.
According to the Immigration and Naturalization Act (INA), there is a form of law dominant current immigration policy. It provides a worldwide limit of only 675,000 permanent immigrants. Congress and the President concluded a separate number for those who are refugees to be accepted. United States bases immigration acceptance upon reunification of families, and admitting immigrants with skills that are valuable to the U.S. economy.
With all of these ramifications, have we ever stopped and realized the luxury we have as being a native to the Unites States. We don’t have to worry about lack of resources, with a Walmart on every corner. Everyone has an equal opportunity for higher education, and to ensure overall