Voters are Sounding More and More Like Trump on Birthright Citizenship
A focus group of Trump voters reveals a growing skepticism toward birthright citizenship, reflecting a zero-sum mentality regarding immigration. While the Supreme Court recently upheld the practice, the article notes that many voters view the issue through a lens of fairness and process rather than overt hostility.
Why it matters
Understanding the 'moral alibi' used by voters helps explain the disconnect between legal precedents and public sentiment regarding immigration policy.
(Illustrations by Sarah Rogers/ The Bulwark ) A MAJORITY OF THE SUPREME COURT decided last week to follow the obvious, black-letter text of the Constitution and uphold birthright citizenship. This should not have been a close call.
The framing of the voters' views as an 'alarming degree of skepticism' and the focus on the 'zero-sum mentality' suggests a critical perspective on the voters' positions.
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