Brendan A. Shanahan

Brendan A. Shanahan, a Yale University lecturer specializing in U.S. and Canadian history, delves into the intricate relationship between nativist politics and citizenship rights from 1865 to 1965. He reveals how state laws shaped voting rights and political representation for non-citizens, particularly in the face of nativist opposition. Shanahan also discusses the ramifications of the 1907 Expatriation Act on women's citizenship and how historical immigration laws intertwine with modern issues of inclusion and rights, underscoring their lasting impact on today's political landscape.