Unauthorized Love: Mixed-Citizenship Couples Negotiating Intimacy, Immigration, and the State
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Book Synopsis: A rich, narrative exploration of the ways love defies, survives, thrives, and dies as lovers contend with US immigration policy. For mixed-citizenship couples, getting married is the easy part. The US Supreme Court has confirmed the universal civil right to marry, guaranteeing every couple's ability to wed. But the Supreme Court has denied that this right to marriage includes married couples' right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness on US soil, creating a challenge for mixed-citizenship couples whose individual-level rights do not translate to family-level protections. While US citizens can extend legal inclusion to their spouses through family reunification, they must prove their worthiness and the worthiness of their love before their relationship will be officially recognized by the state. In Unauthorized Love, Jane López offers a comprehensive, critical look at US family reunification law and its consequences as experienced by 56 mixed-citizenship American couples. These couples' stories--of integration and alienation, of opportunity and inequality, of hope and despair--make tangible the consequences of current US immigration laws that tend to favor Whiteness, wealth, and heteronormativity, as well as the individual rather than the family unit, in awarding membership and official belonging. In examining the experiences of couples struggling to negotiate intimacy under the constraints of immigration policy, López argues for a rethinking of citizenship as a family affair.
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Looking for a thought-provoking read that explores the complexities of love, immigration, and the state? Look no further than "Unauthorized Love: Mixed-Citizenship Couples Negotiating Intimacy, Immigration, and the State." This captivating book by Jane López takes an in-depth look at how love defies, survives, thrives, and faces challenges in the face of US immigration policy.
For mixed-citizenship couples, getting married is just the tip of the iceberg. While the US Supreme Court recognizes every couple's right to marry, the recognition of their individual rights does not necessarily extend to their family as a whole. This creates a daunting situation for couples who must navigate the complexities of US family reunification law to prove their love and worthiness to the state.
What makes "Unauthorized Love" truly compelling is its inclusion of real stories from 56 mixed-citizenship American couples. Through their narratives, Jane López sheds light on the challenges, inequalities, and opportunities that arise from current US immigration laws. These stories highlight how laws tend to favor certain characteristics like Whiteness, wealth, and heteronormativity, often disregarding the importance of family unity and belonging.
By delving into the experiences of couples struggling to maintain intimate relationships within the confines of immigration policies, López advocates for a fresh perspective on citizenship. She urges us to rethink citizenship as a family affair, encouraging a more inclusive and compassionate approach.
If you're ready to dive into a book that explores the intersection of love, immigration, and the state, "Unauthorized Love" is a must-read for you. Get your copy today and join the conversation about reshaping the meaning of family, belonging, and citizenship in our society. Get "Unauthorized Love" now.
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