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There is actually an incredibly important distinction here that many politicians actually care a lot about; there are many people who are residents with full ri
by boplicity 6y ago
There is actually an incredibly important distinction here that many politicians actually care a lot about; there are many people who are residents with full rights (and responsibilities) who are not citizens; it is important to be aware of these people when referring to the population as a whole. The term "citizen" does not include these people. The term constituents is commonly used, at least in the political sphere; it covers the broad range of people with legal rights within a jurisdiction.
- cjhveal 6y agoAs a non-citizen resident, I definitely understand the distinction, though I am also not a member of any constituency in the U.S. so it would be pretty strange to call me a constituent. I also see the point that it is in fact more accurate to use the term "resident," even if not for the reasons that the GP posted, as the rights under the CCPA are afforded to all residents of California.