Alejandra Vila, a resident of Oakland, experienced a deeply personal moment during her U.S. citizenship oath ceremony at the Paramount Theatre. Both the venue and the ceremony symbolized her path to freedom. Vila's story reflects broader sentiments shared among new citizens; it's not just a formal process, but a profound celebration of identity. Unfortunately, changes under the Trump administration led to the cessation of these ceremonies at the Paramount, impacting many who cherished this moment in a community-centric venue.
Having my oath ceremony at the Paramount Theatre was a special moment in my journey to becoming a U.S. citizen. It's about freedom and celebration.
When you get that letter with your oath ceremony information, you know you're about to become free. My freedom would start at the Paramount.
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