Samuel Freeman Miller

Naturalization is the process by which a citizen, or subject of a foreign nation or kingdom, is made a citizen of the United States. It is evident that the Constitutional Convention thought that it was important that this process should be placed under the exclusive control of the Federal Government and not of the States.

American Judge

Tom Tancredo

It is not an exaggeration to say that under Obama, the naturalization process - becoming a citizen - no longer requires becoming an American. The real tragedy and the real crime of the Obama plan for accelerated naturalization of millions flows from the redefinition of citizenship as a triumph of multiculturalism.

American Politician

Charles A. Beard

Foreigners may be admitted to citizenship by naturalization, either collectively or individually. Collective naturalization may occur when a foreign territory and its inhabitants are transferred to the United States.

American Historian

Lee Zeldin

United States naturalization is a privilege not a right, and those who have had this privilege bestowed upon them must respect and uphold the laws of our land.

Blake Farenthold

Immigration specifically was laid out in the Congress, giving the power of Congress to create a uniform system of naturalization.

Naturalization is a multi-step legal journey involving applications, tests, and ceremonies.

Legal Journey

Naturalization is important for immigrants seeking full participation in their new country's culture.

Cultural Significance

Naturalization often symbolizes cultural integration and personal commitment to a new national identity.

Personal Identity

Naturalization in ecology can impact native species and change the local ecosystem.

Environmental Impact

Species naturalization can enhance or diminish biodiversity within an ecosystem.

Biodiversity Influence

Naturalization can be intentional or accidental, depending on human involvement.