The SAVE Act could lead to restrictions on voting rights for many American women, similar to the historical case of Ethel Mackenzie, a suffragist affected by the 1907 Expatriation Act. This act stripped American women of their citizenship upon marrying non-citizens, demonstrating how nativist policies can undermine women's rights. The article draws parallels between past and present laws, warning that the SAVE Act might similarly challenge the voting rights established by the 14th Amendment and past naturalization laws, ultimately highlighting the ongoing impact of nativism on citizenship rights.
The SAVE Act represents a significant threat to the voting rights of American women, echoing early 20th century nativist policies that compromised citizenship for many.
Ethel Mackenzie’s experience illustrates how legislative actions can infringe on the rights of American women, highlighting fears that modern laws may repeat historical injustices.
The 1907 Expatriation Act stripped American women of citizenship when marrying non-citizens, signaling a troubling precedent for contemporary efforts to restrict voting rights.
Nativist policies not only targeted immigrants but fundamentally challenged the citizenship rights of American women, which the SAVE Act risks repeating in modern context.
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