United States federal immigration and nationality legislation

In “Be American,” Carlos Bulosan reveals the lack of choice a Filipino had at the time through the story of someone’s cousin, Consorcio, and his struggle to gain citizenship in America. Bulosan’s short story shares this idea of no choice with a political cartoon known as “What Will He Do,” which depicts President McKinley deciding whether or not to keep the Philippines or “send them to Spain” while the globe watches for his decision. Through the visual of President McKinley making a decision for…

1. What is your definition of “citizenship” and what you consider to be your “actual” responsibilities as a citizen? My definition of citizenship is when someone loves, respects, shares common knowledge of American culture and its history. I believe that all people should be able to have citizenship of the country they were born in; and for those that want to gain citizenship should be required to pass a citizenship exam, along with current American citizens. Individuals wanting to come to…

constant in human society since the earliest ideas of democracy and the rights of mankind were recorded in the Greek city-states of antiquity. As human society has evolved with the passing of the centuries so too has our perspective on citizenship, into what we now recognise as our modern interpretation of the expectations and rights of the citizen within the nation or state to which they belong. “Citizenship refers not only to a legal status, but also to a normative, democratic ideal.…

the 21st century. Citizenship refers to the “state of being vested with the rights, privileges and duties of a citizen” (Dictionary, 2016). In the last century, the concept of citizenship has altered drastically and in addition, there is now more then one type of citizenship in existence. Until the modern era arrived, there were only two types of citizenship; natural born or naturalised. A natural born citizen refers to “a citizen being born in the state and a naturalised citizen is a person…

Do you smell that? Unfortunately, we all do. It’s the lovely fucking scent of Capitalism which can be smelt as early as grade school. It’s an invisible teacher hiding in the background taking a ruler and spanking your kids on the ass. No…. This isn’t a Catholic school. It’s today’s enrollment of Capitalistic University. A school where the only way to drop out is to die. America’s youth has been brainwashed by our educational as well as governmental system on how to live li. “Get good grades.…

Illegal immigration has been a debated topic in America, and anti-immigrant policies in states such as Arizona, as well as the recent presidential campaign display the hostile anti-immigrant attitude held in this country. The anxiety that led to the institution of strict immigration laws came from a belief that illegal immigrants commit a disproportionate number of crimes. Arizona had a history of passing restrictions on illegal immigration, and eventually the growing Hispanic population and an…

On July 9, 1869, the 14th Amendment to the United States constitution was ratified. The amendment granted American citizenship to past slaves and all children born within the justification of the United States thereinafter. While the issue of modifying the document has existed since its conception, it has recently become a hot topic with prominent political figures wanting to end birthright citizenship and bringing the discussion to the forefront of politics. However, this kind of change could…

There are currently approximately 12-20 million undocumented workers in the United States. People want to come to the United States, not just for freedom; they want to make their lives better with career and life opportunities. However, these opportunities cause them and their families to be separated. Without a doubt, the best policies should allow for immigrants to go through a path to citizenship in the United States, and the government should not institute harsh policies such as the wall…

Coming to the United states is already a challenge and sacrifice, so becoming a United States citizen shouldn’t be. I believe becoming a United States citizen is too expensive and the process too long. Many families have broken apart while looking for a better opportunity in this country because they believe coming to this country life will be easier. I recognize people win much more money here than other countries; however, one would never imagine the cost and the duration of naturalization…

Immigration has become more difficult to manage as it is interpreted in different perspectives in recent issues. Due to different standpoints, it has become a national controversy as to how to manage the country 's immigration problems. The right to citizenship has become an issue talked throughout the nation as to how to it should be dealt with. While some may argue that birthright citizenship should be abolished completely, others oppose that changing this may lead into even greater problems.…