The United States wisely, freely, and liberally offers its citizenship to all who may come in good faith to reside within its limits on their complying with certain prescribed reasonable and simple formalities and conditions.
Grant emphasizes the welcoming nature of U.S. citizenship for those who meet certain conditions.
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