The proposed reality show ‘The American’ aims to highlight the importance of citizenship and naturalization for legal immigrants through a televised competition, despite potential challenges. While the show may not gain official support from the Department of Homeland Security, the idea has sparked debate regarding its role in promoting citizenship. Critics argue that the show may be used as a means of publicizing hard-line immigration policies, potentially overshadowing its positive intent. The article emphasizes that encouraging citizenship is crucial for the United States, as it allows individuals who work hard and follow the rules to participate in the political process, thereby contributing to national cohesion. Noncitizens, despite being legal, lack voting rights, which may distort the electoral balance in congressional districts. The piece also discusses the barriers to citizenship, including financial costs, language requirements, and the availability of English as a prerequisite for the citizenship test. While there are ongoing efforts to support immigrants through educational programs, the article calls for a renewed national movement toward citizenship, drawing on historical settlements like the Hull House movement that helped integrate immigrants into American society.