7-1-26 - 10am - Birthright Citizenship Demarcation

In a recent Supreme Court decision, the majority ruled that the United States is a sovereign nation with the authority to define who belongs to this nation. But what does this decision really mean for the politics of this country? The speaker dives into the implications of this ruling, exploring how it strips away the camouflage and forces politicians to take a clear stance on the issue of birthright citizenship.This episode delves into the history of the concept of citizenship, tracing its lineage back to the Declaration of Independence and the idea of consent. The speaker argues that the conservative position, which holds that a nation has the right to define its own citizenry, is actually the small or republican position, the self-government position, and the position the Court just adopted. This decision is seen as a demarcation line, not a policy dispute, and it's going to clarify the politics of this country over the next few years.The speaker also discusses the issue of birth tourism, which is a real and organized commercial industry that sells American citizenship to people who have no intention of living here. They highlight the fact that federal prosecutors have won convictions in cases related to this issue, and that the Supreme Court's decision has essentially guaranteed citizenship to the child of anyone who arranged to be here at the moment of birth. This has serious implications for national security, as it leaves the door open for hostile powers to exploit this loophole.The speaker encourages listeners to take action and not let this decision be the day they gave up. They argue that citizens have the power to make a difference and that it's time to organize around this issue, just like the suffragists did in the past. By treating this as a cause to organize around, rather than a grievance to nurse, listeners can make their voices heard and push for change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.