citizens

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Constitution and the 1849 California constitution extended the right to vote only to white men — but the definition of “white” included Mexican Californians who chose to become U.S. citizens.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

Members of the European Parliament have already written warning member states to consider suspending extradition treaties with China and that if this law targeted European citizens, it could "lead to severe consequences for EU-China relations."

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

The latter isn’t limited to citizens, as the Privileges or Immunities Clause is, but applies to all persons.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

His parents, both Chinese citizens, resided in the U.S. at the time.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

The city’s 80 percent unemployment rate, a result of the Great Depression, had led factory managers to reduce wages and inspired thousands of citizens to support the strikers.

From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell