More than 70 groups have received funding from the government to assist immigrants become citizens. The money is helping to fund the classes to teach English and history and government. - - Donna Poisl
by Elizabeth Lee
Illegal immigration often is the subject of heated debate in the United States. What gets less attention is legal immigration, and how newcomers become citizens. It is not easy. They have to pay a fee, learn English and acquire a working knowledge of American history and government. Many end up knowing more about their new country than a lot of native-born U.S. citizens.
This year, the U.S. government is providing financial support for more than 70 organizations across the country to offer classes to help immigrants attain citizenship.
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