American Citizenship

What does it mean to be an American citizen? What responsibilities come with it?

American citizens are duty bound to practice their fundamental right – listed in the Bill of Rights. Ideally every citizen has the right to express themselves, in a non-violent way, as they please. People are expected to do what will benefit themselves often via their country, including voting for the public officials they deem best suited. All Americans over eighteen are guaranteed the right to vote.

Citizens are obligated, or privileged, to be tried in the US court system. They must follow all laws, rules, and regulations of the government or be faced with court. However, they do have the right to try and change the law, directly or indirectly. Officially to protect American interests, males are required to register with the military and serve if a draft is enacted. The idea behind this is if the government is to act by it’s citizens will, they must have willing people to work accordingly for the goals.

            The are three paths to being an American Citizen; you must be born in the US or it’s possessions, have an American parent, or gain citizenship by residence in America and certain tests.