Vocabulary E Pluribus Unum- Latin for “Out of many,
the one”. This is printed on our money. Assimilate- To encourage foreigners to
adopt “American” culture in favor of their own. Known as the “Melting Pot Theory”.
Multiculturalism-The encouragement of cultural differences. Known as the “Tossed Salad Theory”.
Self-Determination- The act of citizens making their own choices.
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EXPLAIN THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF CITIZEN RESPONSIBILITIES AND HOW FULFILLINGTHEM CAN SOMETIMES CONFLICT WITH BEING AN EFFECTIVE CITIZEN.
1. The right to a trail by jury for a criminal defendant is guaranteed under which amendment?
A. 1st
B. 6th
C. 7th
D. 9th
2. Voting, volunteering to help with a campaign, and running for county commissioner are all examples of what?
A. Participation in the judicial system
B. Participation in the political process
C. Participation in political protests
D. Costs of public service
Citizen Responsibilities In addition to civic
responsibilities & duties (voting, taxes) citizens have other obligations that must be met.
All of these responsibilities take time, money and often conflict
Personal Responsibilities Responsibilities one has
to oneself (family, job) Fiscal Responsibilities
Financially supporting one’s family or saving for college
Legal Responsibilities Obeying the law
Moral Responsibilities Following religious beliefs
or keeping a promise
Legal vs. Moral Responsibilities
These responsibilities can often conflictCivil Rights
Movement of the 1950’s & 60’s
Black & White citizens had to choose between obeying segregation or opposing racist policies
Diversity The US is made up
of people of many different cultures.
E Pluribus UnumLatin phrase that
means “from many, the one”
Found on many of our nations seals
Conflicting Theories Melting Pot Theory
US society is best served when people abandon their cultural differences
A more unified society will be created when people assimilate○ Become like
mainstream US society
Tossed Salad Theory US society benefits when
people keep their cultural identities
Referred to as multiculturalism because it encourages cultural differences rather than assimilation
People who believe in these theories often disagree over issues such as immigration, affirmative action and bilingual education
Problems with Diversity Racism
Discriminating against people because of their race
Sexism Unfair treatment based
on gender Ageism
Discrimination based on age
Bias Feelings for or against
something
Negative StereotypesPre-judgments about
people based on a person’s race or nationality
Other forms of Discrimination:Religious differencesPhysical appearanceDisabilities
Other Public Problems Unemployment Underemployment
education Poverty and
homelessness Substance abuse Law and order Disease Immigration National Security
Natural Disasters Pollution
“greenhouse effect” and global warming
Acid RainWaste Disposal
Taxation Graft and political
corruption
Needs of Citizens Many conflicts that arise
in the US are because of insufficient resources Income, heath care and
gas Social Security
Program that pays income to retired people over 65
“Baby Boomer” and the “graying population” ○ Baby Boomers are
nearing retirement and improvements in medical tech. enable people to live longer
Characteristics of Effective Citizenship Informed Electorate
◦ Citizens who take the time to learn about issues that are causing problems and are willing to seek solutions.
Voluntary Compliance◦ Complying with laws of society to
maintain order Community Spirit
◦ Perform community service or donate to a charity
Respecting Others Rights◦ Respect others individual and
property rights◦ Treating other citizens who
choose to live/believe differently practice Tolerance
Benefits/Consequences of Freedom The ability of citizens to
make their own choices is self-determination Self-determination is a product
of Liberty Citizens are free to make their
own economic and political choices○ After taxes are paid citizens
may choose how to spend and invest their money
○ Because of this economic freedom citizens are not confined to one socio-economic status
○ Citizens are also free to join a political party and engage in political activism
Costs of Freedom Being able to make
one’s own choices also means bearing the responsibility of one’s mistakes Handling economic
losses○ Ex: Losing $ in the
stock market Political Freedom
means taking time to become informed and being responsible for who is elected to office
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EXPLAIN THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF CITIZEN RESPONSIBILITIES AND HOW FULFILLINGTHEM CAN SOMETIMES CONFLICT WITH BEING AN EFFECTIVE CITIZEN.
REFLECTIONS1. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PERSONAL AND CIVIC
RESPONSILITIES..EXAMPLES PLEASE?
2. WHAT ARE HISTORICAL EXAMPLES OF CONFLICT CREATED BETWEEN OUR LEGAL AND MORAL RESPONSIBILITIES?
3. HOW DOES DIVIERSITY INFLUENCE OUR SOCIETY?
4. SUMMARIZE THE DIFFERENCE B/W MELTING POT AND TOSSED SALAD THEORIES
5. WHAT ARE SOME OF THE PROBLEMS WITHIN DIVERSITY?
6. WHAT CONTEMPORARY ISSUES OR EXAMPLES OF PUBLIC PROBLEMS EXIST IN SOCIETY? EXAMPLES OF CITIZEN/GOVERNMENT RESPONSES.
7. HOW HAS THE BABY BOOMER GENERATION AND THE “GRAYING OF AMERICA” IMPACTED SOCIAL SECURITY?
8. WHAT ARE CHARACTERISTICS OF EFFECTIVE CITIZENSHIP?
9. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS AND CONSEQUENCES OF FREEDOM?
10. WHAT IS THE DEFINITION OF GENERAL WELFARE?