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Becoming British

A story of race, identity and belonging

For years The Economist’s US Policy Correspondent, Tamara Gilkes Borr, has thought about applying for a British passport. She has the right to one but something holds her back.

In this episode of The Weekend Intelligence, Tamara crosses the Atlantic to explore her British roots. Between America and Britain, she questions her sense of belonging—and considers the true meaning of citizenship.

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