CE.3a-eCE.4a-eCITIZENSHIP

CITIZENSHIP: BASICS

A citizen is an individual with certain rights and duties under a government and who, by birth or by choice, owes allegiance to that government.

WHAT IS CITIZENSHIP?

Fourteenth Amendment:"All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and the state wherein they reside."

WHAT AMENDMENT TO THE U.S. CONSTITUTION DISCUSSES CITIZENSHIP?

There are many ways that a person can be "born" to become a citizen of the United States.

Born in the US Born in US TerritoryBorn on a US Ship Born at US EmbassyBorn with one parent or two parents who are US Citizens

WHAT DOES “BORN” MEAN?

To become a citizen through naturalization, a person must demonstrate knowledge of US history and principles and the ability to read, speak, and write words in ordinary usage in the English language.

WHAT DOES “NATURALIZED” MEAN?

CIVIC DUTIES

For government to be eff ective, citizens must fulfi ll their civic duties.

Citizens who chose not to fulfi ll their civic duties face legal consequences; such as jail time or fines!

CIVIC DUTIES=MUST DO!

Obey laws!

DUTIES OF U.S. CITIZENS

Pay Taxes!

Federal income tax is always due in April!

DUTIES OF U.S. CITIZENS

Serve in the armed forces, if called!

All males when they turn 18 must register with the armed forces.

DUTIES OF U.S. CITIZENS

Serve on a jury or as a witness in court if called!

DUTIES OF U.S. CITIZENS

CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Civic responsibilities are fulfilled by choice, they are voluntary!

A basic responsibility of citizenship is to contribute to the common

good!

CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES=SHOULD DO!

Register and Vote!

When you turn 18-register to vote so that your voice can be heard!

CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Hold elective office!

CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Communicate with government officials to influence government

actions!

CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve in voluntary appointed government positions!

CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in political Campaigns!

CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Keep informed regarding current issues!

CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Respect others' right to an equal voice in government!

CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Remember: A democratic society requires active participation of its citizens.

Aside from doing your civic responsibilities; you should also participate in community service by:

Volunteering to support democratic institutions.Expressing concern about the welfare of the

community as a whole. Help to make the community a good place to live and

work!

CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES

TRAITS OF GOOD CITIZENS

Thoughtful and effective participation in civic life depends upon the exercise of good citizenship.

You can demonstrate good citizenship by:formulating questionsanalyzing information from a variety of sourcesexpressing a positiondevising and implementing a planpracticing thoughtful decision making in personal, financial, and civic matters (e.g., voting, civic issues).

HOW CAN CITIZENS DEMONSTRATE GOOD CITIZENSHIP?

Trustworthiness and honesty

TRAITS OF GOOD CITIZENS

Courtesy and respect for the rights of others

TRAITS OF GOOD CITIZENS

Responsibility, accountability, and self-reliance

TRAITS OF GOOD CITIZENS

Respect for the law

TRAITS OF GOOD CITIZENS

Patriotism

TRAITS OF GOOD CITIZENS

Participation in the school and/or local community

TRAITS OF GOOD CITIZENS

Participation in elections as an informed voter

TRAITS OF GOOD CITIZENS

RIGHTS OF CITIZENS

The Constitution of the United States of America establishes and protects the citizens' fundamental rights and liberties.

Few rights, if any, are considered absolute.

What do you think of the statement "Few rights, if any, are considered absolute?"

RIGHTS OF CITIZENS

The First and Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution guarantee many fundamental rights and liberties.

IMPORTANT AMENDMENTS THAT DEAL WITH CITIZENS RIGHTS

The First Amendment contains FIVE fundamental freedoms:1.) Religion2.) Speech3.) Press4.) Assembly5.) Petition

THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE U.S. CONSTITUTION

Government may not establish an official religion, or unduly interfere with the free exercise of religion.

1.) RELIGION

Individuals are free to express their opinions and beliefs.

Is speech, just speech?

2.) SPEECH

The press has the right to gather and publish information, including that which criticizes the government.

Do other countries have freedom of the press to report on the government?

3.) PRESS

Individuals may peacefully gather.

Why does it have to be peaceful?

4.) ASSEMBLY

Individuals have the right to make their views known to public officials .

5.) PETITION

Extends due process protection to actions of the states.

Due process-Government must respect all legal rights that a person

has!

FOURTEENTH AMENDMENT