The Pros And Cons Of Citizenism

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The only group of people that have ever felt a sense of belonging in the modernized United States are Caucasian people. Why? It’s not that they owned the land, or rightfully claimed it. No, it’s because their ancestors have used influence and power to take what they greedily lusted for. To make their stolen country succeed, they forcibly enlisted several slaves, and used the people they invited, to keep their iron fist credible. If the people could not rely on the government to feel protected, entitled, and successful, then they would combine forces to seek other forms of management. Similar to the formation of the Americas, and the Civil War, when the South’s protection (the possession of slaves to promote their economic success) was threatened. …show more content…

Tijerina Revilla defines citizenism as, “a system that unfairly advantages citizens, over non-citizens.” I did not understand the basis behind her reasoning, given that is how most government systems work. Similar to getting a Costco card to receive the benefits of being a member, this is how the United States is constructed. However, after watching her video and listening to her commentary, I can see why this theory is justified. My ancestors similarly were oppressed, but denied the freedoms given to those who were citizens, or beyond that, rich, white men. Although they didn’t readily walk into this country, they were introduced to slavery, just like many undocumented workers are currently. My ancestors were responsible for the success of this country, just as equally as any Caucasian citizen. They were the laborers, the manufactures, the maids, and the cooks. If that weren’t enough, they nursed and raised Caucasian babies, which were expected to be the future of America. If that wasn’t contributing to a society that they were only three-fifths apart of, I don’t know what is. Although it is not lawful to cross the lines that separate our country from the outside world, without basis, endowed by our government, and other influences, it is also not right to abuse those who do

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