Today, a Twitter account posted a meme that elicited some interesting replies.
What is an American? pic.twitter.com/uPmhXYAzXb
— Still Boneless (@still_boneless) August 23, 2025
Just for fun, I am a B. I could possibly be an A, but I can't trace my lineage that far back. So, I'll just stick with 'I'm a B'. The meme made some folks mad. They felt like there isn't a caste system of Americans. Anyone who is an American citizen is just as American as the next.
Indeed. This is a strong point from Mr. Posobiec, of the Mayflower Posobiecs. https://t.co/LGzZAuQ6OR
— Charles C. W. Cooke (@charlescwcooke) September 4, 2025
Charles Cooke, a recent U.S. citizen, embodies the spirit of American patriotism. His deep knowledge of American history and politics, combined with his eloquent conservative voice, makes it hard to believe he wasn’t born here—his slight accent being the only clue. Cooke’s love for America shines through, proving that true patriotism transcends birthplace. In contrast, Ilhan Omar, also a naturalized citizen, has expressed views critical of the U.S., highlighting a stark difference in perspective. This shows that the length of citizenship does not determine one’s devotion to America or its values.
An American is someone who doesn’t believe in a caste system based on heredity, for starters https://t.co/IZHhjQQ7nv
— Joel Berry (@JoelWBerry) August 24, 2025
Here we have a Hispanic Columbia University custodian being attacked by a literal 40-year-old WASP old money nepo baby worth millions (with the backpack).
— Alex (@_alex_joshua) August 30, 2025
Having colonial ancestors isn't some automatic litmus test for being a better American. https://t.co/yzizPCMo6T pic.twitter.com/BKVdrS4V9n
Some individuals, whose families trace their American roots back generations—nearly to the Mayflower—display deplorable behavior. In stark contrast, janitors who became U.S. citizens less than a decade ago courageously stood up to defend Jewish students against bigotry. Their actions inspire pride in what it truly means to be American.
“What is an American?”
— Patrick Jaicomo (@pjaicomo) August 25, 2025
The 14th Amendment provides the answer.
And it’s binary—yes or no.
There aren’t gradations of American; all Americans are fully American.
So if you think you’re more American than another, you’re not.
And the idea itself is un-American.
🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 https://t.co/zmWsIEjbKq pic.twitter.com/zKIsifUePj
MAY i propose an alternative
— Rabbi-With-No-Knife 𓉱 🇺🇸🎗🇮🇱📟 (@FreeManDespair) August 25, 2025
Category A: those who bear allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and the Republic for which it stands, one country, under God, with liberty and justice for all (100 points, AAA+ citizenship)
Category B: those who don't (deported) https://t.co/vJEtSNLqIK
That's a much better system.
Go pound sound.
— Gabriella Hoffman (@Gabby_Hoffman) August 24, 2025
I’m the first person in my family born in the USA. I’m proud to be a daughter of legal immigrants - naturalized Americans -who escaped the USSR nearly 40 years ago.
Paleoconservatism was always fringe for a reason. It will never go mainstream in the USA. https://t.co/N4QMJGwcqL
As an immigrant, I couldn’t imagine coming to America and claiming I am as American as people who have been here all along. Common sense! https://t.co/ZTMC7Tgv2S
— Tanya Tay Posobiec ☦️ (@realTanyaTay) August 24, 2025
Some newer citizens feel they need years of experience to claim the same sense of American identity as those with deeper family roots. However, what truly defines an American is a profound love for this country, a commitment to safeguarding our freedoms, and a dedication to preserving these values for future generations.
