A new life back in the old country

[@bobbybob713]

I'm Italian American from Long Island and I'm planning on moving to Italy. I'm planning on leaving America and moving back to the country of my ancestors.

[@lasuvidaboy]

Lovely segment on Italy. Living in a picturesque part of Italy is a dream for many who visit. The reality is most Italians live in large nondescript housing blocks in the cities and not on a beautiful vineyard or charming village. That said if you have lots of cash you can create a very pleasant life in Italy as friends of ours have in Tuscany.

[@msr1116]

The housing blocks you mention were evident in all the video of the aftermath of the bridge collapse in Genoa.

[@libertydefenders8276]

Jewish values have ruined America. its why I left as well. remember Italy is governed by very popular right wing govt that is pro-Trump. it just works better. these left wing cbs scumbags wont tell u that.

[@romanobenini3331]

Not true ,really not true. Only the big cities have suburban area with housing blocks. But most of the italians live in the 10000 villages or centre town or residential area. Not more than 20 per cent of italians live in ugly housing blocks. A flat in a old village is also less expensive

[@cmiller122returned]

@@libertydefenders8276 I see why Mussolini’s granddaughter is in politics lol. American politics is crazy but that blows my mind.

[@LeftToWrite006]

This really makes the process seem simpler than it actually is. I have dual citizenship now but I had to go through the Italian court system to be recognized as such because of a quirk in Italian law that didn't allow women to pass citizenship to their children prior to 1948. Yes, a person can do the work themselves in many cases but it's still a good idea to at least consult with an Italian immigration attorney, if not retain one. As a side note, Mark Phillips seems to speak decent Italian.

[@cbenjamin7582]

That's a beautiful thing! Feeling more connected to your origin!!!

[@perbaccowineclub5912]

My good friends Sandy and Phil, more than welcome to our beloved Montepulciano with their beautiful Hotel Relais Ortaglia...I am so happy for them, they are living their dream of moving to Italy and everything is working out great for them, I really hope that people that see your show will come visit them in Montepulciano!

[@1956classylady]

Since I have been watching CBS Sunday Morning, this is one of your best shows. The land of my father, grandparents and family. Love Italy. Hope to be back soon.

[@kiDkiDkiD12]

With the unemployment rate and economy not to mention a extremely fragile government in Italy, trust me you don't. Good to visit bad to live

[@Agboka]

@@kiDkiDkiD12 stop the scaring of people. It takes people to rebuild, so stop to frighten ppl with propaganda of " need". Enemy of progress.

[@AngelsandDragonfliesAIVideos]

@@kiDkiDkiD12 There are countries all over the world that have a high unemployment rate, not so great economy and fragile governments, but people just keep on living on. Scaremongering and paranoia will get you nowhere.

[@kenthwangdotcom]

Thank you for this story!!

[@stellaz2595]

My nephew (less than a year younger than I am) did this and is now living in Puglia. His grandparents were still Italian citizens when his mother (my sister-in-law) was born in Los Angeles. He is retired, and collecting Social Security, but I am sure is also eligible for medical benefits etc. in Italy.

[@jojotamayoayo1709]

Father in law, and stories of seasick conditions, while his mother giving him Marsala wine supposedly helping w/sea sick conditions?

[@deb7518]

It's possible, because I learned, after several years going there, that having wine at lunch prevented car sickness on afternoon drives in the mountains. Nothing else worked before that.

[@DetroitLives313]

Everybody on Long Island is Italian......except me! LOL!!!!

[@lmc2664]

DetroitLives313 ahhh...there is a large Jewish community in five towns and other exclusive neighborhoods.also a lot of Indians live in Huntington and Chinese population is growing rapidly.

[@elizaheathen]

excuse me while I check if I can have dual citizenship!!! great grandparents came over from Italy :D

[@jromeo8247]

One of your parents need to have been born BEFORE their parents claimed their US citizenship.

[@jromeo8247]

I am here in Sicily now. Got my citizenship "by blood" Left the US 4 years ago. And it was the greatest decision of my life. The only draw back is that if you have or require good medical care, don't expect it here.

[@sammyscotch9945]

@@jromeo8247 ive been considering leaving the us and seriously looking at italy. Sicily eh? Perhaps i should check that out too

[@libertydefenders8276]

Jewish values have ruined America. its why I left as well. remember Italy is governed by very popular right wing govt that is pro-Trump. it just works better. these left wing cbs scumbags wont tell u that.

[@sammyscotch9945]

@@libertydefenders8276 bc its not true

[@msr1116]

La Dolce Vita is not realistic for all to expect but Italy won't discourage this trend either. Their ethnically Italian population has decreased at the same time migrants, who are not acculturating or paying a fair share of taxes, continue to arrive on their shores. I can't see Italy allowing droves of 60, 70, 80 year olds to return. There are obvious economic benefits of accepting working age people, which will be a major deciding factor when countries can exercise the right to cherry-pick permanent citizens. Those able to prove they share a common ancestry will naturally be given preferential status.

[@Agboka]

" ....great, great, great, great grandfather came to America for a better life, and great, great, great, great-grandson come to Italy for a better life". All coming back in a full circle. America won't be the same when all Italians leave...... And it could even fall apart when black people choose to leave for Africa as well. "Something is in the air ."...

[@AngelsandDragonfliesAIVideos]

Plenty of black Americans are leaving and not just for the continent of Africa. There are plenty of videos on youtube on the subject. I left in 2004 for Ireland and knew I made the right decision.

[@bobbybob713]

Afrikan Teacher I'm also Italian American born and raised on Long Island. I'm planning on selling everything here in NY and move to Italy where my grandparents came from.

[@debbiecooper1677]

I wonder if Ireland is the same

[@lmc2664]

Debbie Cooper however, Ireland may not have a similar quality of life to offer.

[@calvinsaxon5822]

The piece does not say what the status of the law is. It doesn't even say whether the few people featured in the piece gained citizenship or not. It doesn't even say how their cases are being decided. It obfuscates its lack of clarity with the word "potentially" peppered throughout. Is it a secret? Why can't you say how it is being decided, who is eligible, and what the exact steps in the process are? Anyone can "potentially" be an immigrant to another country.

[@DePalma.]

You can find the info to check if you qualify for Italian citizenship online. Your Italian born relative(s) can’t have denounced their Italian citizenship when they were granted American citizenship. Otherwise you might not qualify. But the Italian consulate in your town should know lawyers that can help with getting it done usually.

[@yodheyodhe]

This is Wonderful

[@MarcusLeepapi]

Yes, I love Rome...I want to go back again very soon...

[@randomvintagefilm273]

I wish Sweden and Denmark followed the blood rule!

[@sylvialupehernandez9154]

Believe Ireland may soon and the Netherlands.

[@anom3897]

@@sylvialupehernandez9154 really? I didnt know netherlands was going do to this? I wonder what their reasoning behind it is?

[@UhuruFrontier]

This is BS. Italy's birthrate is deplorable, so they are doing anything to save itself.

[@jromeo8247]

Only in regions where there is little work, is this true. I live here and most couples have an average of 2 children

[@romanlegion4282]

Stay in your sh#thole country.

[@UhuruFrontier]

@@jromeo8247 well, maybe you should share that information with the Italian bean counters. They have a different outlook. www.italianinsider.it/?q=node/7479

[@sammyscotch9945]

@@romanlegion4282 hahaha Yes US has that better than everyone else attitude

[@romanlegion4282]

@@sammyscotch9945 Look Italian American and veteran here.I so proud of my ancestry,speak and eat Italian everything.But I am an American period.

[@maximusaugustus6823]

Leave the gun take the cannoli.

[@g.g.2305]

Its the blood what says who you are.

[@maxpowers8243]

Does Germany or the UK offer this?

[@iamhomeless8594]

Only if one of your parents are from either country.

[@Beckala67]

That guy with the BnB, Phil from LI, looks like he could be Ben Affleck with a good tan. 😊

[@lmc2664]

Beckala67 I bet he looked a lot better than Ben Affleck when he was Ben’s age.

[@tomasjay1005]

I’m without a doubt the worst excuse for an Italian. My ancestors would totally disown me. Totally disgusted with the way things have turned out for me.

[@davanmani556]

It’s all about how you come across.Give it a shot!

[@tomasjay1005]

I probably should have explained that my ancestors were all mafia for a hundred years out of Sicily. I've never had a criminal record growing up. I've had to resist DNA urges to extort, break arms and smash knee caps for unsure feelings, etc. Maybe it's best that I've never been to Italy.

[@obserdave8309]

Wish I was Italian; I’d be there faster than you can say “1-Way ticket”!

[@kiDkiDkiD12]

With the unemployment rate and economy not to mention a extremely fragile government in Italy, trust me you don't. Unless your rich your life is going to be worse

[@sammyscotch9945]

@@kiDkiDkiD12 based on?

[@jojotamayoayo1709]

More the wife's ties to the old country only 58% italian, close enough, + relatives still living on the east coast of the island!!!!!!

[@t206kid]

Funny how Italy can pick and choose who they want to be citizens and we take the garbage

[@christusvincit6696]

I don't agree . God doesn't make garbage! But while I'm open to immigrants observing their own, I do believe they should observe our laws and only be on welfare for a limited time. And I certainly don't think they should impose their legal system on u.s. citizens. If Sharia law is so superior; by all means, stay where you were born.

[@donnamaurillo4160]

I beg your pardon! My family is not garbage! Where did YOUR people come from?

[@t206kid]

@@donnamaurillo4160 lol yours is garbage especially

[@MsBamafanatic]

As soon as someone seeks and gets citizenship in another country, their U.S. citizenship should be stripped from them. If they don't want to live here, then don't let the door hit you where the good Lord split you.

[@lizziebanyan8468]

Well, it seems that they are already citizens of Italy, they just didn't know it. It sounds like they are more attracted to the positives of Italy, the culture, beauty and lifestyle and not ragging on America or any other country. Just from the article it looks like they have way less traffic.

[@jewelbennett5446]

Well said but maybe a compromise would nt be that bad.

[@KatKrueger]

jewel bennett It wasn’t really well said unless you like crass language.

[@msr1116]

Here's a link to the pros and cons of renouncing citizenship. (Not a quick read.) www.moodysgartner.com/renouncing-your-u-s-citizenship-is-divorcing-uncle-sam-right-for-you/

[@jromeo8247]

I haven't been back. No door hitting my backside required. You don't know how trapped you are until you get out.

[@jaymuise5318]

The rent stays like before

[@bovnycccoperalover3579]

Since I a am Italian born, I have been aware of this rule for quite some time. We used to get ballots to vote in our town's election but if we did, we would forfeit our American citizenship. Interesting story but requires a lot of research before taking the plunge. Sounds great when you're on vacation but the reality of living there is much harder.

[@donnamaurillo4160]

You do not forfeit American citizenship if you vote in Italy. I am getting my dual citizenship because my grandfather was still an Italian citizen when my father was born here. In fact, he was still an Italian citizen when I was born. So Italy considers me to be Italian "by right of blood". I'm in the process of collecting the documents to prove it. Then I can have an Italian passport. That alone will allow me to live and work just about anywhere in the EU.

[@feaokautai7354]

GREAT ITALIAN!

[@bartakin]

I love America and I will stay in my country..

[@sammyscotch9945]

Cant afford elsewhere...or I would leave NOW

[@donnamaurillo4160]

I love the US, too. But you can live other places, as well.

[@ThePointintheheart]

How about the Irish and Ireland?

[@ang5035]

i know someone who got irish citizenship based on their bloodline going back to grandparents. i think you can't go further than 2 generations...

[@jromeo8247]

They offer dual citizenship as well.

[@jromeo8247]

If ONE of your parents were born while their parents was still on immigrant status and not yet an American citizen, this is how it is outlined.

[@libertydefenders8276]

Ireland is run by leftists , and also destroyed by Jewish Marxist thought

[@Von45Rose]

A country divided? Good, please leave. The Americans will fix our differences and continue to move on as one of the most Liberally free and richest countries on the earth.

[@wilmatravaille1640]

Good it’s time to stand up for our President. Tired of weak republicans

[@sammyscotch9945]

What does trump have to do w this? Alot of us want to leave the US bc of him and his fans. Live a better safer and more peaceful life

[@sammyscotch9945]

Hahaha stand up for a fool...no thks

[@wilmatravaille1640]

Sammy if you don't stand for good than evil wins. Sounds like you are the fool lol!

[@sammyscotch9945]

@@wilmatravaille1640 dont think so. But rather be a fool than stupid who cant see the light of day. Your smart prez while in japan wished the japanese military happy memorial day...my god. What an embarrassment. Probably never heard of pearl harbor. O well. I just want to get where Im goin where I wont hear about it

[@sammyscotch9945]

@@wilmatravaille1640 you should simply say good riddance to me