Amend U​.​S. Constitution to Restrict Office to Native-born Citizens

Recent signers:
Shon Davis and 10 others have signed recently.

The Issue

I am deeply concerned about the future of our country and its governance. I believe that only native-born Americans should hold government offices and judgeships. My rationale is straightforward: those who are born and raised in the United States possess an intrinsic understanding and appreciation of our unique culture, values, and legal systems. Foreign-born individuals, no matter how well-intentioned, may not have the same affinity or loyalty to the traditions and principles that define our nation.

A significant part of our national identity relies on our collective cultural heritage and shared experiences, which are more naturally embedded in those who are born here. When foreign-born citizens are allowed to hold such critical positions, there is a risk that decisions could be influenced by beliefs or ideals that are not fully aligned with our country's foundational values.

For instance, judges make decisions that profoundly affect American citizens and set precedents that shape our society for generations. It is essential that these judgments are guided by those whose understanding of and commitment to American law and society is rooted in personal experience.

Opponents might argue that foreign-born citizens bring valuable diversity, but we can still benefit from different perspectives through other roles, such as advisory positions. Maintaining a structure where only native-born citizens can hold positions of significant influence ensures the continuity of American ideologies in decision-making.

I urge lawmakers to consider this perspective seriously and pass an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that restricts government offices and judgeships to native-born Americans. Our nation's future depends on it.

Please join me in calling for this vital change by signing this petition.

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Recent signers:
Shon Davis and 10 others have signed recently.

The Issue

I am deeply concerned about the future of our country and its governance. I believe that only native-born Americans should hold government offices and judgeships. My rationale is straightforward: those who are born and raised in the United States possess an intrinsic understanding and appreciation of our unique culture, values, and legal systems. Foreign-born individuals, no matter how well-intentioned, may not have the same affinity or loyalty to the traditions and principles that define our nation.

A significant part of our national identity relies on our collective cultural heritage and shared experiences, which are more naturally embedded in those who are born here. When foreign-born citizens are allowed to hold such critical positions, there is a risk that decisions could be influenced by beliefs or ideals that are not fully aligned with our country's foundational values.

For instance, judges make decisions that profoundly affect American citizens and set precedents that shape our society for generations. It is essential that these judgments are guided by those whose understanding of and commitment to American law and society is rooted in personal experience.

Opponents might argue that foreign-born citizens bring valuable diversity, but we can still benefit from different perspectives through other roles, such as advisory positions. Maintaining a structure where only native-born citizens can hold positions of significant influence ensures the continuity of American ideologies in decision-making.

I urge lawmakers to consider this perspective seriously and pass an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that restricts government offices and judgeships to native-born Americans. Our nation's future depends on it.

Please join me in calling for this vital change by signing this petition.

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The Decision Makers

Mike DeWine
Ohio Governor
U.S. Senate
3 Members
Marsha Blackburn
U.S. Senate - Tennessee
Mike Rounds
U.S. Senate - South Dakota
Mike Lee
U.S. Senate - Utah
Former State House of Representatives
4 Members
Rick Beck
Former State House of Representatives - Arkansas-65
Bobby Payne
Former State House of Representatives - Florida-19
Cord Byrd
Former State House of Representatives - Florida-11
U.S. House of Representatives
11 Members
Rick Crawford
U.S. House of Representatives - Arkansas 1st Congressional District
Rick Larsen
U.S. House of Representatives - Washington 2nd Congressional District
Richard Allen
U.S. House of Representatives - Georgia 12th Congressional District
Former U.S. House of Representatives
4 Members
Bob Gibbs
Former US House of Representatives - Ohio-7
Bobby L. Rush
Former US House of Representatives - Illinois-1
Marjorie Greene
Former U.S. House of Representatives - Georgia 14th Congressional District
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