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Romanians in Spain claim they do not have the right to a job
1. Various of Ochita and Emil Paun and their granddaughter at home
2. Various of Ochita and Emil Paun leaving home
3. Various of Ochita and Emil Paun arriving at farm
4. SOUNDBITE: (Romanian) Ochita Paun, Romanian worker :
"I thought...
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US Citizen
Dr. Forrester gives a brief history and overview of the United States Constitution.
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Oath of Allegiance
Taking the Oath of Allegiance is an important part of the U.S. Citizenship Test. But what new duties and responsibilities do people swear to uphold?
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Paths to Citizenship 2
"Paths to Citizenship" evaluates the constitutional provisions establishing citizenship by defining citizenship and how it is obtained.
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Paths to Citizenship
This lesson teaches the student about the constitutional provisions establishing citizenship by defining and discussing native-born, or automatic, citizenship and naturalized citizenship and how they are obtained.
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Citizenship
“Citizenship” explores what it means to be a citizen, including criteria for citizenship and the rights and responsibilities of citizens.
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What is a Citizen? From Ancient Athens to the US
Citizenship allows people to participate in the democratic process, but the road to inclusive citizenship has not been a smooth one.
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Preview ahead of referendum on dual nationality
1. Pan across Budapest
2. Man on motorbike with 'Yes' flag
3. Van with 'No' hoarding
4. 'Yes' Campaign posters on pole
5. Line of people canvassing for 'Yes' campaign
6. Pan from 'No' table to verbal altercation between 'Yes' and 'no'...
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New York Celebrates 125th Anniversary Of The Statue Of Liberty
In honor of her status as a symbol of enduring hope and welcome, 125 immigrants will become new U.S. Citizens on Liberty Island the morning of Oct. 28, before the park opens. The citizenship candidates come from more than 40 countries,...
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New York Celebrates 125th Anniversary Of The Statue Of Liberty
will feature remarks by Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar who will present a gift of friendship to the government of France echoing the French people's gift of the Statue in 1886. Noted singer and pianist Michael Feinstein,...
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Germany Nationalizes Uniper to Protect Energy Sector
Germany is moving ahead on plans to nationalize Uniper SE, while talks to take control of two other gas importers are under way in a bid to avert a collapse of the energy sector in Europe's biggest economy. Chad Thomas reports on...
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Formerly Deported Vet Attends State Of The Union For 'Voiceless Ones'
U.S. Rep. "Chuy" García invites Miguel Perez, who was once deported but is now a citizen, to spotlight fellow vets who are still banished.
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Attorney General Eric Holder said the Justice Department is reevaluating its clemency recommendation process. The changes will likely result in thousands of new applications from certain federal prisoners convicted of nonviolent drug offenses. (April 22)
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The Justice Department is broadening the criteria it will use in evaluating clemency petitions from certain federal prisoners and expects the changes to result in thousands of new...
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Democrats react to US Pres Bush's speech on immigration
Arizona, United States-Mexico border, date unknown
1. Men running along Arizona-Mexico border
2. Various of fences running along border
Washington, DC, 15 May 2006
3. SOUNDBITE: (English) George W. Bush, US President:
"We do not yet...
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During his state of the union address Tuesday, President Barack Obama reiterated a call for comprehensive immigration reform, including giving responsible young people a chance to earn their citizenship. (Jan. 24)
HEADLINE: Obama calls for comprehensive immigration reform
CAPTION: During his state of the union address Tuesday, President Barack Obama reiterated a call for comprehensive immigration reform, including giving responsible young people a...
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Schumer Backs Override Of Net Neutrality Repeal
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced his push Friday for a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution that can undo the FCC vote and the repeal of net neutrality.
"All we need is a majority vote in the House and a...
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AUSTRALIA: SYDNEY OLYMPICS: MULTICULTURAL
English/Nat
Australia's Olympic organizers have put the spotlight on the country's multi-cultural population at an event at Sydney's media centre.
Performers and celebrities tell the gathering how much they love their adopted country....
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US pres describes immigration as "a critical challenge" in weekly radio address
1. SOUNDBITE (English): George W. Bush, US President : (STILL of Bush overlays audio)
"America's ability to assimilate new immigrants has set us apart from other nations. In this country, our origins matter less than our dreams. What...
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Immigration rallies will be held across the country today. AP expects coverage from LA, Dallas, Chicago and New York.
HEADLINE: L.A. rally urges path to citizenship
CAPTION: Thousands of protestors in Los Angeles rally to press for a path to citizenship for illegal immigrants living in the U.S. The rally was enthusiastic, but smaller than a similar...
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USA: CUBAN BOY CUSTODY BATTLE UPDATE
English/Nat
A day after massive demonstrations in Cuba to demand the return of six-year-old Elian Gonzalez, they boy's fate is still undecided.
Elian played on Sunday outside the Miami house where he's been living with relatives since he...
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USA: HURRICANE MITCH VICTIMS GIVEN TEMPORARY LEGAL STATUS
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Tens of thousands of Central American immigrants, whose countries were hit by Hurricane Mitch, will be granted temporary legal status in the United States.
The announcement was made by top Clinton immigration officials in...
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Republicans, Democrats agree on immigration bill; Bush reax
Washington, DC - 17 May 2007
1. US President George W. Bush walking down sidewalk to waiting reporters
2. SOUNDBITE: (English) George W. Bush, US President:
"I congratulate the members of the Senate, both political parties, who...
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Reax from party leaders after voting
1. Wide of Finnish political party leaders on stage
2. Close-up of True Finn party leader Timo Soini
3. Close-up of Mari Kiviniemi, Finnish Prime Minister and Centre Party leader
4. Close-up of Jyrki Katainen, Finance Minister and...
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An upscale townhouse development in suburban Los Angeles was shut down after being used as a maternity center for Chinese mothers paying to give birth in the U.S. so their children would automatically gain citizenship, city officials said.
HEADLINE: Calif. site for 'maternity tourists' shut down
CAPTION: An upscale townhouse development in suburban Los Angeles was shut down after being used as a maternity center for Chinese mothers paying to give birth in the U.S. so their...