Vocabulary

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.

EQ EXPLAIN THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF

CITIZEN RESPONSIBILITIES AND HOW FULFILLINGTHEM CAN SOMETIMES CONFLICT WITH BEING AN EFFECTIVE CITIZEN.

Warm-up? What is diversity?

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 systemB. Participation in the political processC. Participation in political protestsD. Costs of public service

ISSUE & RESPONSIBILITY

IN US SOCIETY

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

GRPAHIC ORGANIZER

EQ 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 THEORIES5. 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?

Closing? What is the difference between citizen

responsibilities and citizen duties? Give an example of each.