Vault: Strange History We Locked Away

Delta 44: Amendment Thirty‑One: Schwarzenegger for President


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In July 2005, the U.S. Senate votes to amend the Constitution—opening the presidency to naturalized citizens. What begins as a tribute to fairness becomes a political earthquake. In this timeline, Arnold Schwarzenegger defeats Barack Obama in 2008 and ascends to the presidency. What follows is a sweeping redefinition of American identity: immigration reform, cultural transformation, and bitter backlash. Through the eyes of veterans, students, and everyday families, Amendment Thirty-One explores what was gained—and what was broken—when the nation embraced a leader who chose America. Episode Delta-44. Recovered by The Archivist.

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Vault: Strange History We Locked AwayBy The Archivist