Propaganda is information of a biased or misleading nature, or misinformation, used to promote a cause or point of view. It is usually disseminated by someone seeking to promote a self-interest ... Read More about Propaganda
Week 32: Citizenship
Democracy – Self-government
Because political decisions must be made, some form of democracy is most consistent with a commitment to everyone’s well-being. Man's capacity for justice makes democracy possible, but man's ... Read More about Democracy – Self-government
Being a World Citizen
For those of us who are committed to honoring everyone’s intrinsic worth, citizenship is not limited by political divisions. . . . my country is the world, and my religion is to do good. [Thomas ... Read More about Being a World Citizen
Opposing Injustice
Opposing injustice is one way to look at citizenship - all citizenship is about opposing injustice. Opposing injustice is standing up in the public arena. ... Read More about Opposing Injustice
Being Publicly Involved through Activism
Great leaders are activists. ... Read More about Being Publicly Involved through Activism
Being Informed and Socially Aware
Good citizens are knowledgeable about public affairs, and the spirit and needs of their communities. To the extent that we are all educated and informed, we will be more equipped to deal with the ... Read More about Being Informed and Socially Aware
Being Public-Spirited
In a sense, citizenship begins with the emotional feeling of citizens. The emotional component of public involvement is public-spiritedness. This means more than cheering for a nation’s athletic ... Read More about Being Public-Spirited
Displaying Citizenship
People display citizenship by contributing positively to their communities in ways large and small. That is the essence of it. No man is an island entire of itself; every manis a piece of the ... Read More about Displaying Citizenship