[Durus]

If you were born in America than you are a native American. From a constitutional perspective in determining citizenship your lineage is only important as far back as your parents. I guess how long someone's ancestors have been in America might be interesting but it does not determine how "native" someone is. There is no degree in the term, you either are or you aren't.

This is just a pet peeve of mine. No offense intended to you and yours.

[MrB]

How about “West Indian”?

[momtothree]

“... pet peeve... no offense intended”.

Not offended at all, love. Personally, I see all Americans as Americans first. Maybe that is my problem. Ethnic lineage is second and just an interesting footnote so to speak. For example, I know a lot of black kids that will nicely correct you if you use the term, “African American”. They simply say they are not African, no nothing of Africa and are simply Americans with darker skin coloring than mine. Did my heart good when that conversation went on!