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We know the United States was founded by immigrants, but very few of us know what it takes to become a US Citizen. Learn more in our Immigration section.

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Obtaining permanent residency in the U.S.
Oct 2007

A green card holder can live in the U.S. indefinitely, work, enlist in the armed forces, or start a business. The only things a green card will not provide are the right to vote, receive government benefits, and protection from deportation. However you obtain your green card, it is the first step to becoming an American citizen. more...

Mail Order Brides and the K-1 Visa
Oct 2007

You've scoured the catalogs or gone through an international agency and found your foreign soulmate. A few phone calls, letters, maybe a visit, and she said yes to your marriage proposal. Now what? For your fiancée to come to the States, she must obtain a K-1 visa. The following will help you better understand just what to expect. more...

The Minutemen: Citizens On Patrol of the US Border
Oct 2007

Irritated with the federal government's inadequate attempts to curb illegal immigration, citizens in Arizona have formed ad hoc task forces to patrol the U.S./Mexican border. The most notorious of these groups, The Minutemen, claim they have reduced the flow of illegal immigration by up to 75% Supporters have praised these groups as patriotic citizens, while critics have denounced them as racist hate groups. In a climate of increased xenophobia and national unease, are these groups hurting more than they are helping? more...

Is Your Child a U.S. Citizen if Born Abroad?
Oct 2007

It is estimated that between 4 and 10 million U.S. citizens live abroad. And, some of these Americans have children in their current home country. Does being born in a foreign country mean these children can never fully enjoy Fourth of July fireworks, the right to vote, or the chance to become President? Read on to find out more.... more...