Know the Difference: “National” vs. “National of the United States”
When I first began my journey to declare and claim my status as a “National,” I struggled to understand the numerous terms and definitions related to the different legal statuses that might apply to an American individual. It was especially challenging to navigate these concepts due to the intentional or unintentional obfuscation surrounding them. To […]
American State National
A nonstatutory, colloquial term used by some to denote a national or a state citizen. It is recommended that you DO NOT use this term to describe a national or a state citizen.
State National
A nonstatutory, colloquial term used by some to denote a national or a state citizen. It is recommended that you DO NOT use this term to describe a national or a state citizen.
Equivocation of Terms
Roadblock to Understanding the “National” Status Definition of Equivocation(Source: Merriam-Webster) Why Clarity Matters The term “National”, as defined under 8 U.S. Code § 1101(a)(21), is often confused or misrepresented due to the equivocation of terms — whether intentional or accidental. This terminological ambiguity causes significant confusion about definitions and the intent behind legal classifications related […]
14th or National
As a citizen, you have a choice—whether to remain a U.S. federal citizen under the 14th Amendment or to exercise a different path of citizenship as a national. Many people are unaware of this distinction, but now that you know, the decision is yours. Will you continue under the current system, or will you choose […]