What America means to me

What America means to me

The Fourth of July is a time for family, fireworks, picnics, and pies.

But it's also a time when many reflect on what it means to be an American.

Here at Michigan Radio, we asked immigrants across Michigan what America means to them.

Here are some of their stories.

Politics & Government

Searching for a cure to cancer a part of the American Dream for Yemeni-American

In honor of July 4th, we asked immigrants across Michigan what America means to them. Abdo Najy shared his story.Abdo Najy has just recently completed his…
Politics & Government

A Togolese refugee flees home country, 'I left to save my life'

Sarah Cwiek

In 2004, Koffi Itito fled his home country of Togo, leaving behind his family and life as he knew it.“I left to save my life,” Itito said.While the West…
Politics & Government

Iranian-American works with war refugees, knows it could have been her

Kyle Norris

In honor of July 4th, we asked immigrants across Michigan what America means to them. Linda Steinke shared her story with us.Her family came to the U.S.…
Politics & Government

Undocumented teen stays in US for son, but 'home' remains in Mexico

Dustin Dwyer

In honor of July 4th, we asked immigrants across Michigan what America means to them. A young woman from Mexico shared her story with us.For some, the…