Obama: We Are and Always Will Be a Nation of Immigrants

The transcript emphasizes the importance of understanding and welcoming strangers, highlighting America's identity as a nation of immigrants. It discusses the shared commitment to ideals such as equality and opportunity, which define what it means to be American. The text also stresses the importance of upholding traditions and leaving a legacy for future generations.

What does the text imply about the importance of welcoming strangers in the context of American identity?

In what ways does the text suggest that the legacy of previous generations impacts current and future Americans?