Our responsibility is to ensure that the nation is successful, because: a) that's the best thing for our own future b) it's a repayment of the debt we owe to others that made our nation's success possible. The best way for us to help is sometimes to participate actively and sometimes for us to sit by and watch. It's dangerous for us to insist on everyone participating all the time because some of us are not able to help properly. For example, if you vote for a change, you need to be well informed enough to know if this is a good change or not.
No you must be a citizen.
Basically some basic US history and politics questions.
The federal system in the US makes it possible for people to participate in democratic processes. It also promotes unity through a centralized system of politics.
Yes, you can enlist in the US military without being a citizen. There are restrictions in the type of MOS you can participate in. And the service can accelerate the citizenship process.
Yes, as individuals, Catholic Bishops participate in politics, just like every other citizen. However as a body, like the National Conference of Catholic Bishops, they are obliged to speak out to protect the "common good" when the future depends on it, and when the government - as an authority - acts illegitimately. (YOUCAT 322-330)
I am a German citizen who can participate in Germany's government.
In the US, politics concerns the art and science of government. It relates to laws and how citizens participate in local, state, and federal governmental bodies in the US. Other nations have similar types of political definitions.
it means to be a hardworking citizen and be loyal and participate
Religion should not mix in politics, it is not ethical.
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A citizen that wants to be President of the US has to be at least 35 years old, in order to participate in the presidential campaigns, and become President of the US. (NOTE: Only US born citizens can become president of the US, this includes Alaska & Hawaii)
To be a citizen, attend assemblies, undertake duties in councils and juries, participate in religious observances, and follow military callouts.