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Duties and Responsibilities of American Citizens. What are the duties of American Citizens?. 1. Responsibility - things we should do 2. Duties- actions we are required to perform 3. Duties of Citizens : 1. Obey Laws 2. Pay Taxes 3. Defend the Nation (Register; Draft)
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What are the duties of American Citizens? • 1. Responsibility- things we should do • 2. Duties-actions we are required to perform • 3. Duties of Citizens: • 1.Obey Laws • 2. Pay Taxes • 3. Defend the Nation (Register; Draft) • 4. Serve in Court • 5. Attend School • Why must we obey laws?
What are American citizens’ responsibilities? • 1. Be an informed and active citizen • Pay attention to politicians • VOTE!!!! • 2. Respect the rights of others • Define Tolerance • 3. Contribute to the common good • Participate in the community • Support members of the community • Utilitarian Principle • Quote: “The ultimate rulers of our democracy are not a President and Senators and Congressmen and Government officials but the voters of this country”—FDR • Assignment: In your notes, rephrase this quote
How can citizens make their community a better place? • 1. Being involved • Welfare- caring about the health, prosperity, and happiness of all community members • 2. Donating Time and Money • Volunteerism • The Spirit of Volunteerism • Alexis de Tocqueville • Shelters Boys/Girls Clubs Habitat for Humanity • National Service Programs