Wong Kim Ark's Fight for Birthright Citizenship

The video discusses the 14th Amendment and Wong Kim Ark's pivotal role in affirming US citizenship rights for all individuals born in the US, regardless of race. It highlights the anti-Chinese sentiment of the era, the Chinese Exclusion Act, and Wong's legal battle after being detained upon returning from China. The Supreme Court's 1898 decision confirmed birthright citizenship, marking a significant step in civil rights, though Wong continued to face discrimination. His case set a precedent for citizenship rights across races.

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