What it means to 'be American' has been a hotly debated topic in recent years. On one side, you often hear aspects like race, gender, and ethnic origin as the grounding markers for what defines an American. On the other side of the debate, former Governor of Louisiana, Bobby Jindal, instead argues that regardless of one's race or ethnic origins, it is the adoption of American ideas and values that truly defines an American. Who will win in the debate to define America, and can everyone unite behind that vision? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices