Seven Immigrants Become Naturalized Citizens at Youngstown Ceremony
Youngstown, Ohio - A ceremony was recently held in Youngstown, Ohio, where seven immigrants officially became naturalized citizens of the United States. The ceremony was held at the Youngstown Historical Center of Industry and Labor on Wick Avenue, and was presided over by U.S. Magistrate Judge George J. Limbert.
The seven new citizens came from various countries, including Mexico, India, Ukraine, China, and the Philippines. They had all lived in the United States for at least five years and had passed the required citizenship test. During the ceremony, they each took the Oath of Allegiance to the United States and received their certificates of naturalization.
"Today is a special day for these new citizens," said Judge Limbert. "They have worked hard to achieve their goal of becoming American citizens, and I am honored to welcome them to our country."
The new citizens were all excited to finally become American citizens. They said they were proud to be part of the United States and looked forward to contributing to their new country.
"I am so happy to finally be a citizen of the United States," said one of the new citizens, who had come to the United States from Mexico. "I have been working towards this day for many years, and I am so grateful that it has finally happened."
The ceremony was attended by family and friends of the new citizens, as well as local dignitaries. Congressman Tim Ryan (D-OH) was also in attendance and spoke to the new citizens about the importance of their new citizenship.
"You are now part of the American family," said Ryan. "You have the same rights and responsibilities as any other American citizen, and I encourage you to get involved in your community and make a difference."
The new citizens were all smiles as they left the ceremony. They were eager to start their new lives as American citizens and to contribute to their new country.
Here are some of the benefits of becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen:
- The right to vote in federal, state, and local elections
- The right to run for public office
- The right to serve on juries
- The right to apply for certain government jobs
- The right to travel freely within the United States
- The right to live and work in the United States permanently
- The right to apply for U.S. citizenship for your children
- The right to protection from deportation
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