From Her Beacon Hand by Agustina Vergara Cid
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Three Reflections on America from a New Citizen
A perspective on some of what makes America unique.
Dec 21
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November 2025
If you really love America, push it to live up to its promise
This Thanksgiving week, I bring you my most recent column in which I discuss why we should demand better from our country if we want this American…
Nov 30
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My op-ed for The Hill: I just became an American citizen — don’t close the door behind me
My case in the mainstream media for welcoming more peaceful people.
Nov 16
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“It Can Happen in One Generation”: A Venezuelan Immigrant on Socialism and America
César Báez first-hand account of Venezuela’s collapse, his new life as an immigrant in America, and why we shouldn’t take our freedom for granted.
Nov 2
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César Báez
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October 2025
How America closed its doors to immigrants
A brief history of America's dark history of immigration restrictions— and how we can return to the Founder's vision.
Oct 19
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Why I Chose to Become an American
I chose this country and becoming an America is among the greatest honors of my life.
Oct 7
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Bringing the individual back to the immigration debate
Our discussion about immigrants needs an individualist perspective.
Oct 7
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