Who Gets to Be American?
Two Migration Stories, One Nation

Immigrants from Europe were gradually welcomed into the American dream and embraced within the boundaries of whiteness. Somali refugees, however, arrived fleeing war only to face suspicion, exclusion, and systemic barriers.

Said examines these contrasting journeys and asks a powerful question: Who truly belongs in America?

Blending personal story with historical analysis, Ahmed challenges readers to rethink immigration, race, and the meaning of citizenship in the United States.