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I believe "no taxation without representation" referred to the fact that colonists were British citizens, but had no voice in the government permanent resident

I believe "no taxation without representation" referred to the fact that colonists were British citizens, but had no voice in the government permanent residents can choose to become citizens and thus gain the right to vote; the colonials had no such option

Arnt 5y ago
So the condition of residency that triggers taxation is the same that permits becoming a citizen. I see. Makes sense.