Civic Behavior Quick Check 1 of 51 of 5 Items Question Read the following excerpt from the Fourteenth Amendment: “All persons born or naturalized in the United States and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside. No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law . . . .” Explain how one could support this through a civic disposition. (1 point) Responses A person volunteers to serve in the armed forces or other security related fields at the national level. They may also seek to serve as a first responder at the local community level. A person volunteers to serve in the armed forces or other security related fields at the national level. They may also seek to serve as a first responder at the local community level. A person serves as an impartial jury member when selected to do so by local, state, or federal officials. A person votes based on your beliefs about the rightness of a law, but accepts majority rule. A person serves as an impartial jury member when selected to do so by local, state, or federal officials. A person votes based on your beliefs about the rightness of a law, but accepts majority rule. A person does not deny others access to your business or other activity based on their race, creed, or gender. A person does not deny others access to your business or other activity based on their race, creed, or gender. A person engages in public debates. A person accepts the outcome of an election as legitimate even if your candidate does not win.
The most appropriate action for becoming involved with government at the local level would be to volunteer to pass out campaign literature to support a candidate whose position aligns with your beliefs. By actively engaging in campaign activities at the local level, you can contribute to the candidate's efforts and help raise awareness about their platform within the local community. This allows you to directly participate in the democratic process and support candidates who share your vision for governance at the local level.
The most appropriate action for becoming involved with government at the state level would be to create a social media page to show your research and raise awareness about the state legislature considering lowering the age of drivers, if you strongly disagree with this proposal. By utilizing social media, you can reach a wide audience and share your perspectives, research, and concerns about the potential change in driving age requirements. This action allows you to advocate for your position and engage in public discourse, potentially influencing public opinion and putting pressure on lawmakers to consider alternative viewpoints.
A person recognizes that there is a high incidence of police shootings involving minorities and organizes with others from the community to lobby the state government to successfully change the training requirements for new police officers. Explain how civil society and institutions in this case are contributing to the public good.(1 point) Responses Governmental and business spheres interact through market governance. Governmental and business spheres interact through market governance. Civil society institutions interact with the business sphere through private governance. Civil society institutions interact with the business sphere through private governance. Civil society institutions did not interact with governmental and business spheres. Civil society institutions did not interact with governmental and business spheres. Civil society institutions interact with the governmental sphere through legal governance.
Organizers at the state and local level identify that air pollution is responsible for higher incidences of lung cancer. The air pollution is traced to factories that employ a substantial number of state residents. Organizers, unable to coordinate a reduction in the industry’s pollution generation, ask state legislators for help. In the end, state legislators provide tax incentives for the company to retrofit their factories with green technology and reduce pollution emissions. Explain how civil society and institutions in this case are contributing to the public good.(1 point) Responses Governmental and business spheres interact through market governance. Governmental and business spheres interact through market governance. Civil society institutions interact with the governmental sphere through legal governance. Civil society institutions interact with the governmental sphere through legal governance. Civil society institutions interact with the business sphere through private governance. Civil society institutions interact with the business sphere through private governance. Civil society institutions interact with governmental and business spheres through network governance.
Identify which of the following actions would be most appropriate for becoming involved with government at the local level.(1 point) Responses You join a national organization online and subscribe to the email newsletter. You join a national organization online and subscribe to the email newsletter. You are strongly against the national law that would require people to have a driver’s license to vote. You join in a national march on Washington, D.C. You are strongly against the national law that would require people to have a driver’s license to vote. You join in a national march on Washington, D.C. You agree with a candidate’s position on issues. You volunteer to pass out campaign literature to support the candidate. You agree with a candidate’s position on issues. You volunteer to pass out campaign literature to support the candidate. You are 18 and feel your ideas about governance are strong enough to support your candidacy for Congress.
Identify which of the following actions would be most appropriate for becoming involved with government at the state level.(1 point) Responses You learn that the state legislature is considering reducing funding in the state public schools. You decide to run for class president. You learn that the state legislature is considering reducing funding in the state public schools. You decide to run for class president. You see that the state legislature is considering lowering the age of drivers. You disagree with this and create a social media page to show your research about this. You see that the state legislature is considering lowering the age of drivers. You disagree with this and create a social media page to show your research about this. Despite being under 18 years of age, you feel your ideas about governance are strong enough to support your candidacy for Congress. Despite being under 18 years of age, you feel your ideas about governance are strong enough to support your candidacy for Congress. You agree with a candidate’s position on issues. You volunteer to pass out campaign literature to support the candidate.
To support the excerpt from the Fourteenth Amendment through a civic disposition, one could engage in various activities that demonstrate a commitment to the principles of citizenship and equal rights. Here are some ways in which each response aligns with a civic disposition:
1. A person volunteers to serve in the armed forces or other security-related fields at the national level. This demonstrates a willingness to protect and uphold the rights and privileges of citizens, as well as a dedication to the security of the nation.
2. A person seeks to serve as a first responder at the local community level. By actively participating in local emergency services, individuals show their commitment to the well-being and safety of their community. This aligns with the idea of ensuring life and liberty for all citizens.
3. A person serves as an impartial jury member when selected to do so by local, state, or federal officials. By serving on a jury, individuals contribute to the administration of justice, ensuring that due process is upheld and protecting the rights of those involved in legal proceedings.
4. A person votes based on their beliefs about the rightness of a law but accepts majority rule. This reflects an understanding of the democratic process and the importance of participating in decision-making. It demonstrates a commitment to the principle that all citizens have a say in shaping the laws that govern them.
5. A person does not deny others access to their business or other activity based on their race, creed, or gender. By treating all individuals equally and not discriminating based on personal characteristics, individuals promote the idea of equal rights and fairness in society.
6. A person engages in public debates. By actively participating in public discussions and debates, individuals contribute to the exchange of ideas and the democratic process. This supports the notion of free speech and the importance of an informed citizenry.
7. A person accepts the outcome of an election as legitimate even if their candidate does not win. This highlights a respect for the democratic process and the peaceful transition of power. It demonstrates a willingness to accept the decisions made by the majority and work together for the common good.
Engaging in these civic dispositions helps support the principles outlined in the Fourteenth Amendment by actively participating in democratic processes, promoting equal rights and fairness, upholding the law, and serving the community and nation.
A person serves as an impartial jury member when selected to do so by local, state, or federal officials. By serving on a jury, a person is upholding the principle of due process of law and ensuring that citizens are not deprived of their rights without a fair trial. This supports the Fourteenth Amendment because it promotes the idea of equal protection under the law and the right to a fair and impartial justice system.
In this case, civil society institutions are contributing to the public good by advocating for and successfully bringing about change in the training requirements for new police officers. By recognizing the issue of police shootings involving minorities and organizing with others from the community, these institutions are mobilizing collective action to address a systemic problem. They are engaging with the governmental sphere through lobbying efforts and advocating for legal reforms, which can lead to improved training and ultimately help reduce instances of police violence. By doing so, civil society institutions are working to promote safety, justice, and equality within the community, contributing to the overall public good.
In this case, civil society organizations play a crucial role in identifying and addressing the issue of air pollution and its link to higher rates of lung cancer. By recognizing the problem and its impact on public health, these organizations mobilize resources and advocate for change at the state level. They engage with the governmental sphere through legal governance by approaching state legislators for assistance.
By collaborating with state legislators, civil society organizations work towards the public good by advocating for policies and incentives that encourage industries to adopt green technology and reduce pollution emissions. In this case, they successfully secure tax incentives for the factories to retrofit their facilities, resulting in a reduction in air pollution.
Through their actions, civil society organizations contribute to the public good by promoting environmental sustainability, protecting public health, and ensuring a cleaner and safer living environment for community members. They bridge the gap between the concerns of the community and the actions of the government, fostering positive change for the benefit of all.