Civic Responsibility Unit Plan 01 Civics What is

Civic Responsibility Unit Plan 01 Civics

What is Civics? • Study of rights and duties of citizens • So, then, who are citizens? Citizenship is a two-way street: • You ~ Owe the government loyalty • Government ~ Owes you protection What is a Government ? • Any organization that has the power to make and enforce laws and decisions for its members Textbook pp. 6 -7

Thomas Hobbes, Englishman in the 1600 s stated that without government life would be “solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short. ” Textbook p. 7

4 Main Functions of Government 1. Keep Order a. pass and enforce traffic laws b. establish courts 2. Provide Security a. prevent crime b. protect citizens from foreign attack Textbook p. 8

4 Main Functions of Government 3. Provide Services a. Provide libraries, schools, hospitals, parks, water, utilities, etc. 4. Guide the Community a. Manage the economy b. Conduct foreign relations Textbook p. 8

Public Policy (Guiding the Community) Governments formulate Public Policy ~ a course of government action to achieve community goals How do governments manage limited resources? Budgets ~ a plan for collecting and spending money What are some examples of foreign relations policy? • International trade agreements • International travel guidelines • Military pacts Textbook p. 9

Levels of Government • National Government (Washington DC) • State Government (Raleigh, NC) • Local Government (Durham, NC) County City Town Textbook p. 9

Dictatorship vs. Democracy Dictatorship ~ a government controlled by one person or a small group of people Democracy ~ a government where all citizens share in governing and being governed Textbook p. 10

Two Types of Democracies Direct versus Representative Direct Democracy ~ all citizens meet to debate government matters and vote firsthand Representative Democracy ~ citizens choose a smaller group to represent them, make laws, and govern on their behalf, but people remain the source of authority * Conduct a vote in class for each democracy Textbook p. 10

What are the principles of American democracy? 1. All people, including those who govern, are bound by the law. “Rule of Law” 2. Government may do only those things that the people have given it power to do. “Limited Government” 3. The power of the government comes from the citizens. “Consent of the governed” 4. Individual rights are protected by government. “Individual Rights” 5. People elect government leaders to make laws and govern on their behalf. “Representative Government” Textbook pp. 10 -11

Checking for Understanding Match the terms on the right with their definitions on the left. __ D 1. the course of action the government takes in response to an issue or problem __ C 2. a form of democracy in which the people vote firsthand __ A 3. the study of the rights and duties of citizens __ E 4. a government in which citizens choose a smaller group to govern on their behalf __ B 5. a plan for making and spending money A. civics B. budget C. direct democracy D. public policy E. representative democracy

What makes elections fair? 1. Everyone’s vote carries the same weight: “One person, one vote. ” 2. Candidates and citizens are free to publicly express their views. 3. Citizens vote freely by secret ballot without reprisal for their vote. 1884 Glass Ballot Box Textbook p. 11

The Path to Citizenship • Two Paths ~ Birth or Naturalization • Aliens ~ several million noncitizens living in the US • Immigrants ~ people moving permanently to a new country seeking citizenship • About 675, 000 immigrants are accepted annually • Enforcement ~ Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) / US Border Patrol Textbook pp. 14 -16

Citizenship Oath for Naturalized Citizens "I hereby declare, on oath, that I absolutely and entirely renounce and abjure allegiance and fidelity to any foreign prince, potentate, state or sovereignty, of whom or which I have heretofore been a subject or citizen; that I will support and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States of America against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I will bear arms on behalf of the United States when required by the law; that I will perform noncombatant service in the armed forces of the United States when required by the law; that I will perform work of national importance under civilian direction when required by the law; and that I take this obligation freely without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; so help me God. "

Illegal Immigration A group of illegal aliens takes a rest break on a well-travelled trail that crosses the Barnett ranch in Arizona. Donald Barnett called in the Border Patrol, who apprehended this group. Barnett stated that "There were people in this batch from Brazil, El Salvador, Costa Rica and some Arab countries. " Textbook pp. 16 -17

Diversity • Immigration “Out of Many, One” • African Immigration Textbook pp. 19 -21; Chart on p. 20

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Migration Defined: The mass movement of people What are the great migrations in US History? • Stabbing Westward ~ Taming the Wild West • Industrial Revolution ~ “Country come to town” • Post-Civil War Movement • Freed Slaves migrate north • Modern South and Modern West migration Textbook pp. 22 -23

How does a diverse population display patriotism? Patriotism is love for one’s country • Vote • Fly the Flag • Sing the National Anthem • Follow the Law • Pledge of Allegiance • Support our Troops • Visit National Parks • Service (military, Americorps, local government, community organizations, etc. ) • Adopt a Highway Textbook p. 23 French soccer hooligans at the 2006 World Cup

What is terrorism? Defined: The use of violence by groups against civilians to achieve a political goal Osama Bin Laden Textbook p. 23

Chapter 5 Citizenship and Community

Duties and Responsibilities of Citizenship Duty ~ Thing we must do Responsibility ~ Thing we should do Duties Include: • Obey Laws – Most important duty • Pay Taxes • Defend the Nation – Draft of males 18 -25 • Serve in Court • Attend School – At least until age 16 Textbook pp. 120 -121

A Citizen’s Legal Duties How does staying in school benefit you and the government? You need knowledge and skills to make wise decisions, and our democratic system of government needs informed citizens to operate well. In school, you not only gain an understanding of different subjects but you also learn to think through problems, form opinions, and express your views clearly. (pages 120– 121)

Duties and Responsibilities of Citizenship (continued) Responsibilities Include: • Be Informed • Speak up and Vote • Respect Others’ Rights • Respect Diversity P. Diddy Announces Campaign To Make Voting 'Sexy' 07. 2004 4: 59 PM EDT Textbook pp. 122 -123

Checking for Understanding Match the terms on the right with their definitions on the left. __ B 1. respecting and accepting others, regardless of their beliefs, practices, or differences __ A 2. to call up people for military service __ D 3. things that we should do; obligations that we fulfill voluntarily __ C 4. things that we must do A. draft B. tolerance C. duties D. responsibilities

Checking for Understanding Identify When was the last time the United States instituted a military draft? The last military draft was during the Vietnam War.

Volunteerism in the Community ~ A group of people who share the same interests and concerns What limits government’s ability to provide for its citizens? Bureaucracy ~ Complex systems with many departments, many rules, and many people in the chain of command How do Americans assist government in meeting community needs? Volunteerism ~ the practice of offering your time and service to others without payment Textbook pp. 125 -126

John F. Kennedy, during his presidential inauguration in 1961, challenged Americans, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country. ” Textbook p. 126

The Legacy of Service Freedom Corps Office Pres. Bush created in 2002 to group all 3 programs Peace Corps Ameri. Corps Senior Corps Since 1961, Americans work abroad Since 1994, US citizens work In US cities Since 1961, linking over 55 s with US agencies Textbook pp. 127 -130

Freedom Corps Objectives Defined: The USA Freedom Corps shall be an interagency initiative, bringing together executive branch departments, agencies, and offices with public service programs and components, including but not limited to programs and components with the following functions: • All citizens encouraged to serve their country the equivalent of 2 years (4, 000 hrs) during the course of a lifetime • recruiting, mobilizing, and encouraging all Americans to engage in public service • providing concrete opportunities to engage in public service • providing the public with access to information about public service opportunities through Federal programs and elsewhere • providing recognition and awards to volunteers and other participants in public service programs

Ameri. Corps Objectives • • • Tutoring and mentoring disadvantaged youth Fighting illiteracy Improving health services Building affordable housing Teaching computer skills Cleaning parks and streams Managing or operating after-school programs Helping communities respond to disasters Building organizational capacity

How can businesses contribute to communities? Sponsor youth sports teams Donate prizes to charity fundraisers Contribute to community projects Give Scholarships What are two benefits to individuals that volunteer? Make friends Help the community Looks good on college applications