Naturalization Ceremony at Monticello - July 4, 2000
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Former Virginia Supreme Court Justice John Charles Thomas reads the preamble of the Declaration of Independance.

Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright addresses prospective citizens.... "Thank you for allowing me to represent the greatest country on Earth."

Sixty-nine new citizens are adminstered the Oath of Allegiance.

Secretary Albright takes the Oath along with the new citizens.

Secretary Albright presents children with certificates of citizenship.

Secretary Albright sings the national anthem with Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.

The League of Women Voters encourages new and old citizens alike to register to vote.

A CNN reporter interviews a new citizen from China.


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