Qualities+of+a+good+citizen

A citizen is someone living in a town, city, state or nation who is under its government's power and is entitled to its protection by submitting to that power.
 * Qualities of a Good Citizen **

"Good" in the term good citizen can refer to many things, morally sound, of high quality, kind, honorable, worthy, sound, reliable, genuine, agreeable and well behaved and it can be argued that in the search for a good citizen these qualities would be sought after. As a citizen, you have many characteristics that makes you a good citizen. They include:
 * 1) loving the country you live in
 * 2) respecting and protecting the rights of others
 * 3) know/understand the Constitution

 A survey done by American Profile, a online Journal, asked its readers what it takes to be a good American Citizen.The replies were varied but the main theme was living by a moral code. Some of the responses were:

“A good American uses the freedom they have been given to make life better for others; working for the common good is a hallmark of a good American. A good American knows that individual rights spring from the roots of justice and are nurtured by respecting one another’s equality.”—Einar Swenson of Blackfoot, Idaho.

“A good American is a person who is ready, willing and able to be and do all he or she can to promote, protect, defend and support the basic freedoms of all Americans regardless of their color or creed.” —Peggy L. Dildine of Ardmore, Tenn.

“A good American shows respect and tolerance for his country and for those who guide it. He speaks highly of accomplishments. He voices concern for questionable actions in a sane and respectful manner. He builds his country up. He thanks God everyday that he lives in America.” —Pat Loring of Columbia, Calif.

“A good American is a civic-minded person who votes and volunteers. To be a good American you also need to have confidence in yourself and therefore be accepting and respectful of the many human differences that make up our country and make our country great.” —Edith Brown of Espanola, N.M.

“Freedom in its raw form is selfish—doing only what feels good. Yet, a free society is dependent on individuals who will sacrifice or compromise in order to do what is good for all of society. A good American disciplines himself to live within the laws of the country and will sacrifice to protect the Constitution on which our freedom is based.” —Jana W. Yeates of Manassas, Va.

“A good American strives to act honorably when faced with substantial truth; does not place trust blindly in authority; gives his best when needed; accepts responsibility for all his conduct; and will not accept defeat lightly.” —David Hissong Jr. of Howard, Ohio.

What can be seen above is how grateful Americans are for the freedoms they are given and believe it is the duty of a good citizen not to waste those freedoms or to deny anyone of theirs. In order to deserve the freedoms and luxuries of living in the United States, citizens should not take a backseat in the affairs of the US. Voting and Volunteering are both good ways to be a good citizen.