2. THE MAYFLOWER
COMPACT
The first foundation of America was
outlined by the Plymouth colony in the
mayflower compact which was written on
November 21, 1620.
It said in God we established self-
governing colony here in Virginia. A
covenant in the presence of God.
Our words in the flag salute refer to this
first foundation, “One nation under God”.
3. THE ENLIGHTENMENT
The government has a
responsibility to it’s citizens to uphold
their rights and to keep the country
safe.
Individuals have freedom and fair
elections for citizens rights.
4. SOLVING PROBLEMS
Problems in our community are solved by
groups of people who are part of the
community.
A private business will work with city
government to improve the community.
Knowledge and rational thinking, the law
and logic is used to solve problems.
5. CAPITALISM
The freedom to trade goods and services
for money is an economic way to prosper and
to go ahead and be successful.
The privately owned businesses and private
households buy and sell to each other to
control the economy.
Opposite capitalism is central planning
where the government controls the economy.
6. SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY
The belief that humans can better understand the
system of our world with the use of logic, reason and
the advancement of technology .
They have better understanding of our earth and
solar system through the advancement in space
exploration, medical issues, engineering,
manufacturing, communication, education, agriculture
and solving problems.
