Birthright Citizenship
Birthright Citizenship: A Cornerstone of American Identity
Birthright citizenship, enshrined in the 14th Amendment of the United States Constitution, grants citizenship to nearly all individuals born within the country’s borders. This principle, often referred to as jus soli (“right of soil”), has been a fundamental aspect of American identity and legal framework since its ratification in 1868. It states that all persons “born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside.”
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