Why an English Woman Loves America and Is Proud to Call It Her New Home

A foreigner-turned-American gives her unique perspective on why America shines.

Biba Kayewich for American Essence

I was not born in America. I spent my first 50 years living in another country. This country has been my home for only two years.

Does that give me the right to tell you why I love America? Why I believe it to be good and beautiful and worth defending?