America’s deadly delusion: Citizenship without assimilation

Published July 3, 2026 8:00am ET



American citizenship has been defined, officially, by one’s birthplace. It must also include one’s sense of belonging.

This week’s Supreme Court ruling has answered, at least for now, the constitutional question: Who qualifies for citizenship under the law? But a more difficult question remains: What does citizenship require once it is conferred?

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