Jónína Shipp
Jónína Shipp is a woman in her seventies, born and raised in Iceland, who recently made headlines after her application for Icelandic citizenship was denied by the all-party and education committee of the Althing. Despite having an Icelandic mother and an American father, and having spent most of her life in Iceland, she holds a residence permit that is contingent upon her marital status. Her story has drawn attention to the complexities and perceived injustices within the country's citizenship process, especially for individuals who fulfill all the requirements yet find themselves excluded from citizenship. Jónína expressed her disappointment and frustration upon learning of the committee's decision, highlighting the emotional impact of being left off the list of those granted citizenship.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Iceland | 2 | 5.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 341,243 | 403 | $24,000 | 28$ |
| Totals | 2 | 341,243 | 403 | $24,000 | 28$ |
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Iceland:
Jónína Shipp is one of those who did not receive citizenship from the committee and finds it unfair to have to follow the same process as someone who has lived in Iceland for only three months.
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Iceland:
Jónína Shipp is one of the applicants who did not receive Icelandic citizenship despite her long-standing ties to the country.
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