A Journey of Belonging

New Americans overcome legal forms, language barriers and personal sacrifices for the obligation to engage in civic life.

By: Rony Camille, Robert Ortiz, Photographer

Outlets: 603 Diversity

Published: August 1, 2025

Words: 2,174

Last Updated: 5 months, 3 weeks ago

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On a cool and crisp June morning in Concord, the skies outside were gray and overcast. But inside the federal U.S. District Courthouse, the mood was joyous and warm. More than 70 Granite Staters from across the world, different languages, cultures and walks of life gathered to complete a journey that was years in the making.

In unison, they stood, raised their right hands, and took the Oath of Allegiance in front of their family …

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