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Naturalized Americans on what citizenship means to them

Newly naturalized Americans reflect on citizenship in a fraught political era

08/01/2019

PBS News Hour

Naturalized Americans on what citizenship means to them

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Newly naturalized Americans reflect on citizenship in a fraught political era

President Trump’s language about immigration and lawmakers of color has sparked a national conversation about racism and xenophobia. But every year, hundreds of thousands make their way to the U.S. and begin the rigorous process of becoming citizens. We talk to newly minted Americans at a Virginia naturalization ceremony about what the milestone means during this politically charged time.

08/01/2019

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