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Irish Favor Birthright Citizenship

By Maggie Holland, Editorial Assistant
January / February 2019

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As other western countries are endorsing populist agendas on tightening immigration policy, Ireland is voicing its opposition to such restrictions, overwhelmingly in favor of reinstating birthright citizenship. A Sunday Times poll found that 71 percent favored birthright citizenship, while 19 percent were opposed and 10 percent undecided. Three days later, a proposal on the … [Read more...] about Irish Favor Birthright Citizenship

A Taste of Freedom on Ellis Island

By Michele Barber-Perry, Contributor
August / September 2004

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New York Museum presents a drama about the 20th century immigrant experience. ℘℘℘ Of the many reasons for taking the ferry out to Ellis Island, The Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island Foundation's current production, A Taste of Freedom is certainly on top of the list. Written by the playwright Aurorae Khoo, the twenty-five minute drama follows the experience of an endearing Polish … [Read more...] about A Taste of Freedom on Ellis Island

Dreaming of Freedom

By Michelle McDonagh, Contributor
December / January 2001

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A new exhibit in Boston traces the city's history as a gateway to the United States and freedom. A state-of-the-art multimedia exhibition honoring Boston's diverse mix of immigrants has opened to the public at the city's new $3 million Dreams of Freedom Center. Located at One Milk Street, the birth site of Benjamin Franklin Dreams of Freedom invites visitors to take a … [Read more...] about Dreaming of Freedom