Dual citizens bring nations closer. I argue this in my book LoveBothKeepBoth: Passport to Peace, Prosperity and Strengthened Diplomacy. Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson agree. The couple officially became dual citizens this week by obtaining Greek citizenship. Congratulations!
Using this occasion to share one of my favorite Tom Hank’s quotes: “If it wasn’t hard, everyone would do it. It’s the hard that makes it great.”
Prejudice against dual nationality is a stance against value pluralism. Yet, value pluralism is an essential need for the long-term stability of an open democratic society.