Birthright Citizenship and Immigration Policy: Exploring the Human Impact

TL/DR

• The article explores the human impact of birthright citizenship and immigration policy in the US, using a narrative to highlight the emotional toll on families facing deportation.

• It debunks the "anchor baby" myth, clarifying that birthright citizenship does not prevent undocumented parents from being deported and that US citizen children cannot easily sponsor their parents for green cards.

• The piece also examines "jus sanguinis" as an alternative to birthright citizenship but raises critical questions about the practical and human consequences of such a policy change.