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By Accident of Birth (2022)

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Aug 24, 2023
Discover the inspiring story of Wong Kim Ark's fight for recognition as a citizen and the landmark Supreme Court decision on birthright citizenship. Explore the controversy surrounding birthright citizenship in the US. Follow Wong Kim Ark's journey from China to San Francisco and his struggle with legal challenges. Learn about the arguments made regarding the 14th Amendment and its implications for birthright citizenship. Explore the lasting impact of Wong Kim Ark's battle for citizenship and the significance of birthright citizenship in the United States.
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ANECDOTE

A Family Discovery

  • Sandra Wong discovered her connection to Wong Kim Ark at her father's funeral through an old newspaper article.
  • She wishes she could have asked her father about the story he never told her.
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Denied Citizenship at Birth

  • Wong Kim Ark was born in the U.S. but barred from entry due to the Chinese Exclusion Act.
  • His case highlighted racial discrimination despite his birthright citizenship.
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Roots of Anti-Chinese Hostility

  • Anti-Chinese sentiment grew after economic downturns despite their important contributions.
  • Chinese immigrants were scapegoated and faced systemic exclusion and violence.
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