Civics 101 Birthright Citizenship: The SCOTUS case that solidified the 14th Amendment
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Jan 23, 2025 Felix Poon, a former intern turned producer at NHPR's Outside/In, discusses the landmark Supreme Court case of Wong Kim Ark. He dives into how this pivotal ruling established birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment amidst anti-Chinese sentiment. Poon explores the legacy of Wong Kim Ark and the ongoing challenges to citizenship rights, particularly in today's political climate. He also highlights the phenomenon of 'paper sons' and the historical exclusions faced by Asian immigrants, connecting these struggles to modern debates around immigration policies.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Wong Kim Ark and Birthright Citizenship
02:10 • 11min
The Impact of Birthright Citizenship and the Phenomenon of Paper Sons
13:36 • 2min
Historical Exclusions and Evolution of Citizenship Rights
15:34 • 2min
The Challenge to Birthright Citizenship and Its Constitutional Foundation
17:14 • 2min
Wong Kim Ark: Legacy of Birthright Citizenship
19:30 • 6min
