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44 New Americans Swear Allegiance | Wilmington News
Forty-four new Americans took the oath of citizenship at a dazzling Fourth of July ceremony in Southport, celebrating their hard-won journey to permanent home in the U.S. Hailing from Ecuador, Brazil, Australia, and India, these diverse newcomers shared stories of decades-long dreams — like Swathi Dodda, whose family’s 20-year path to citizenship was fueled by hope for better futures for their children. With patriotic music, speeches, and the powerful message “I CAN” echoing through the event, the celebration wasn’t just about papers — it was about freedom, belonging, and the boundless…
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