Defining ‘American’: Who Decides?

Schedule

Sat Apr 11 2026 at 03:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Missouri River Regional Library | Jefferson City, MO

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Who counts as “American” isn’t just a question from history; it’s unfolding right now in debates over immigration, birthright citizenship, and who belongs. This presentation connects today’s headlines to the long, often contested history of citizenship in the United States, revealing how the rights, protections, and identity of “American” have always been shaped by conflict, compromise, and power—and why that matters more than ever today.
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Missouri River Regional Library, 370 Commercial Ave, Jefferson City, MO 65101, United States

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