I have always been interested in politics, modern and historical, but during the last three years of the Bush administration I began to become more and more...outraged...at the blatant abuses of power and the apparent disregard for the Constitution.
And so I began to study, to be more aware of the past and to compare it with the present.
I've read quite a bit of political thought, especially in the time of the founders. One thing that I've picked up from my readings is that the founders had a great sense of responsibility, and while we always talk about our Rights, we very seldom hear about our Responsibilities.
Here's some thoughts.
Our Responsibilities as Citizens
1.) Support yourself and your family.
2.) Read your Constitution.
3.) Protect your neighbor's Rights.
4.) Give to Charity.
5.) Practice Compassion.
6.) Educate yourself, know what is going on in the world.
7.) Be watchful of the government, even if your party is the one in power.
8.) Question Authority.
9.) Be eager to Speak Out.
10.) Be ready to Listen.
11.) Exercise your Right to Vote.
