Born Here Born Citizen | Jacksonville News

The Fourteenth Amendment was born from a nation’s reckoning with its racist legal past — correcting the Dred Scott decision that denied Black Americans citizenship, even if born on U.S. soil. Ratified in 1868, it boldly declared birthright citizenship for all, regardless of race or ancestry, and laid the foundation for civil rights through its Equal Protection and Due Process Clauses. Though its language still sparks debate today, its legacy is clear: it was forged to ensure no one could be excluded from American citizenship simply because of their skin color — a promise that continues to shape justice in America. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/caf9db1b6ec69ecc