The Final Service

If it's ‘America First’, Who is American Enough?


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Immigrants to America have always faced resistance, and have always—over time—assimilated and become vital parts of America. But in a political era of “America First'', what does it mean to be an immigrant in the 21st century? And who decides who is “American” enough?


Ray Suarez has criss-crossed the country to speak to new Americans from all corners of the globe, and to record their stories for his new book. He shares what he learned while reporting and writing We Are Home: Becoming American in the 21st Century, with veteran journalist Shereen Marisol Meraji.


Learn more about Shereen’s new podcast, How I Get It Done.


Guest:

  

Ray Suarez, host, On Shifting Ground


Host: 

 

Shereen Marisol Meraji, assistant professor at UC Berkeley’s School of Journalism


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