A course of action in which private businesses, in theory, set and follow rules and regulations without the mandates of government to protect the public. It also is the belief that citizens are not legally bound to pay taxes, but do so voluntarily because it is the right thing to do Voluntary Compliance a person's membership in a political community such as a country or city that endows personal rights and expects personal duties and responsibilities in return Citizenship A legal obligation of a citizen, such as paying taxes and obeying the laws Duty A moral and or ethical obligation of a citizen, such as tolerating political and moral views differnt from your own Responsibility Freely doing or giving to your community without motive for self-gain Volunteerism Acknowledgement and acceptance of others who have lifestyles, opinions and views different from our own Tolerance A love and loyalty for one's country while respecting individual rights Patriotism A belief in and action towards doing good for your community rather than just working to gain personal wealth Community Spirit A love and loyalty for one's country that is greater than a respect for individual rights Nationalism What is a consequence for society if citizens choose to not exercise their voting rights Society elects candidates that represent the attitudes and opinions of only those who voted, not all of sociery What are examples of community service soup kitchens, clothing banks, public facilities clean-up, tutoring, assisting the elderly How could/does community responsibility conflict with personal freedom(s) individuals sacrifice or supress personal desires and wants for the good of the community Provide at least 3 examples of responsible and 3 examples of irresponsible civic behavior Responsible: observing music noise levels in your car and at home. Irresponsible: littering Demonstrate characteristics of effective citizenship
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