This requirement prevents naturalized citizens from running for president which for many children is seen as the most important job in the US. Why should the immigrant child of foreign-born parents not be able to possess the same ambition as a "natural born citizen"? Picture this: a wonderful young child of first generation immigrants country becomes the first person in their family to receive a higher education. At age 35 this naturalized citizen has become a great candidate and has lived here since a while after birth. Regardless of his qualifications this citizen is barred from serving as president, meanwhile any inexperienced natural born citizen over 35 years with at least 14 years in the country can announce candidacy. Shouldn't the people be allowed to discern who they trust?
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