| The Shaping of the United States |
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 | Did you know that since over 400 years ago, immigration has shaped the United States? Immigration has played a big role on the nation's economy, social and political. | |
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| I had not realize that is has been that long ago. 400 years ago? Oh wow! Well, that makes sense because immigration has occurred in American history since the beginning of the original colonies until now. Immigration has grown so much. | |
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| Ever since the 9/11, United States immigration enforcement has gotten tighter. 22 federal agencies created the Department of Homeland Security. | |
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| That is awesome! The 9/11 hijackers had valid visas. This is so sad. I am glad security is tighter. We need to feel safer. | |
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| Obtaining U.S. Citizenship |
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| So, let me get this straight. People born in U.S. soil are American citizens and citizenship can also be obtained by naturalization. Not bad at all. That is good! | |
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| Yes and both have the same rights like the right to vote, protection from deportation and also the right apply for immigration of family members. | |
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