This document provides information about citizenship and world citizenship. It begins by defining citizenship as membership in a community that governs with associated privileges, freedoms, and duties. It then discusses how one becomes a citizen of a country through birth within borders, birth to citizen parents, or naturalization. The document contrasts citizens and subjects, with citizens owing allegiance to a nation and entitled to its protection. It defines world citizenship as everyone being a citizen of both their nation and the world. The document explains the importance of world citizenship for issues like world trade, peace, and human rights. It concludes by outlining the responsibilities of world citizens according to Scout values like respecting diversity and understanding other nations and citizens.
To earn the Citizenship in the World Eagle Merit Badge, a Scout must complete several requirements related to citizenship, government, and international organizations. This includes demonstrating knowledge of how citizenship is acquired, comparing rights and responsibilities of citizens in different countries, analyzing how world events and geography influence countries, and understanding the roles of international laws, the United Nations, Amnesty International, and various government representations abroad such as ambassadors and consuls.
BSA citizenship in the world requirements 1, 2, 4 and 5 discussed.
3, 6 and 7 are through a field trip to a local embassy in DC. Use an embassy or consulate that has a cultural center that can be visited by all scouts.
This document provides summaries of citizenship laws for countries around the world. It begins with general information on how to read the country entries and concepts like dual citizenship. The main body consists of alphabetical listings for each country, detailing how citizenship can be obtained and lost for that nation. It includes information on recognition of dual citizenship, voluntary and involuntary loss of citizenship, and contact information. The document aims to provide a quick reference on citizenship laws but advises contacting country embassies for definitive answers.
Citizenship in the nation-Merit Badge CourseTodd Cella
This document outlines the requirements and content for earning the Citizenship in the Nation merit badge. It covers topics like the duties of citizens, branches of government, important civic documents, and national issues. Scouts are asked to do activities like visiting historic sites, learning about different levels of government, discussing national news, and identifying elected representatives. The goal is to help scouts become more knowledgeable and engaged citizens.
Citizen in the Nation Merit Badge Troop 26 July 2013Hillary Jones
This document outlines the requirements and activities for Scouts to earn the Citizenship in the Nation merit badge, including explaining citizenship, discussing important founding documents, choosing a historic speech, learning about the three branches of government, and writing a letter to an elected official about a national issue. Scouts are encouraged to have fun while learning about their duties and privileges as American citizens.
Law is a system of rules that regulate a society and are enforced through penalties. Sources of law include constitutions and religious texts. The US legal system protects citizens and helps resolve disputes. Key events in legal history include the Code of Hammurabi, Magna Carta, and Justinian's codification of Roman law into 50 books. Civil law governs private relations while criminal law punishes crimes. There are many career paths in law including attorneys, judges, law enforcement, and legal compliance roles.
Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge PresentationRobert Casto
This document provides information about the Citizenship in the Nation merit badge, including an overview of the requirements and details on how to complete them. Some of the key points include:
- There are 8 requirements that cover topics like explaining citizenship, visiting historic sites, following current events, discussing important government documents, and writing a letter to a member of Congress.
- For the site visit requirements, it provides examples of local historic landmarks, government buildings, federal facilities, and national monuments that could be visited.
- The current events requirement involves following the news for 5 days and writing about the issues, and how they affect the scout and their family.
- One of the government documents like the Declaration of
To earn the Citizenship in the World Eagle Merit Badge, a Scout must complete several requirements related to citizenship, government, and international organizations. This includes demonstrating knowledge of how citizenship is acquired, comparing rights and responsibilities of citizens in different countries, analyzing how world events and geography influence countries, and understanding the roles of international laws, the United Nations, Amnesty International, and various government representations abroad such as ambassadors and consuls.
BSA citizenship in the world requirements 1, 2, 4 and 5 discussed.
3, 6 and 7 are through a field trip to a local embassy in DC. Use an embassy or consulate that has a cultural center that can be visited by all scouts.
This document provides summaries of citizenship laws for countries around the world. It begins with general information on how to read the country entries and concepts like dual citizenship. The main body consists of alphabetical listings for each country, detailing how citizenship can be obtained and lost for that nation. It includes information on recognition of dual citizenship, voluntary and involuntary loss of citizenship, and contact information. The document aims to provide a quick reference on citizenship laws but advises contacting country embassies for definitive answers.
Citizenship in the nation-Merit Badge CourseTodd Cella
This document outlines the requirements and content for earning the Citizenship in the Nation merit badge. It covers topics like the duties of citizens, branches of government, important civic documents, and national issues. Scouts are asked to do activities like visiting historic sites, learning about different levels of government, discussing national news, and identifying elected representatives. The goal is to help scouts become more knowledgeable and engaged citizens.
Citizen in the Nation Merit Badge Troop 26 July 2013Hillary Jones
This document outlines the requirements and activities for Scouts to earn the Citizenship in the Nation merit badge, including explaining citizenship, discussing important founding documents, choosing a historic speech, learning about the three branches of government, and writing a letter to an elected official about a national issue. Scouts are encouraged to have fun while learning about their duties and privileges as American citizens.
Law is a system of rules that regulate a society and are enforced through penalties. Sources of law include constitutions and religious texts. The US legal system protects citizens and helps resolve disputes. Key events in legal history include the Code of Hammurabi, Magna Carta, and Justinian's codification of Roman law into 50 books. Civil law governs private relations while criminal law punishes crimes. There are many career paths in law including attorneys, judges, law enforcement, and legal compliance roles.
Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge PresentationRobert Casto
This document provides information about the Citizenship in the Nation merit badge, including an overview of the requirements and details on how to complete them. Some of the key points include:
- There are 8 requirements that cover topics like explaining citizenship, visiting historic sites, following current events, discussing important government documents, and writing a letter to a member of Congress.
- For the site visit requirements, it provides examples of local historic landmarks, government buildings, federal facilities, and national monuments that could be visited.
- The current events requirement involves following the news for 5 days and writing about the issues, and how they affect the scout and their family.
- One of the government documents like the Declaration of
The document discusses civil and political rights from both national and international perspectives. At the national level, it outlines various fundamental rights guaranteed by the Indian constitution such as right to equality, freedom of speech, religion, life and personal liberty. Internationally, it describes how the Universal Declaration of Human Rights established civil and political rights for all globally and led to adoption of conventions like ICCPR to further develop these rights. It defines civil and political rights as birthrights that ensure citizens' participation in society and the state without discrimination while protecting their freedoms.
The document summarizes the human rights situation in Afghanistan between 2001-2013. It outlines improvements such as the approval of a new constitution, new laws protecting human rights, and signing international conventions. However, it also notes ongoing challenges including insecurity, violence against women, and weak rule of law. Civilian casualties remain high with over 3,000 killed or injured in the first eight months of 2013 alone. The Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission was created and has helped increase public awareness, but illegal armed groups and lack of access to justice in remote areas continue to be problems.
This document provides an overview of civil rights and citizenship in the United States. It discusses the changing demographics of the population, including growing racial minority and women populations. It then examines discrimination against African Americans and women, as well as key court cases and legislation aimed at promoting equal protection and reducing discrimination, such as the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1968. The document also discusses citizenship, including acquisition of citizenship by birth or naturalization and loss of citizenship, as well as immigration and regulation of undocumented immigrants.
The document summarizes the history of voting rights in the United States. It discusses how voting rights have expanded from originally only allowing white male property owners to vote, to all citizens over 18 regardless of race, sex or wealth. It outlines the stages of this expansion, including the 15th amendment granting black men the right to vote, the 19th amendment granting women suffrage, the 24th amendment banning poll taxes, and the 26th amendment lowering the voting age to 18. It also describes current voter qualifications of citizenship, residency and age. Voter registration is now required in most states.
This document provides an overview of key concepts related to government and democracy. It defines government as the institution that allows a society to make and enforce public policies. The three basic types of government power are legislative, executive, and judicial. It also discusses the basic characteristics and forms of government, including dictatorships, democracies, unitary, federal, confederation, presidential and parliamentary systems. The document concludes by outlining some basic concepts of democracy such as the worth of the individual, equality, majority rule and minority rights, the necessity of compromise, and individual freedom.
The document discusses the expressed, implied, and non-legislative powers of Congress related to money, commerce, and other areas as established in the US Constitution. It provides details on the Commerce Clause giving Congress power to regulate interstate trade, limits on taxation, the power to coin and regulate currency, bankruptcy laws, and more. It describes how the Necessary and Proper Clause has been used to expand Congress's implied powers and allows them to pass laws addressing new situations. Non-legislative powers include proposing constitutional amendments, electoral duties, impeachment, and approving appointments and treaties.
Political parties in the United States are decentralized organizations with national, state, and local components. At the national level, each party has a national committee led by a chairperson that oversees the national convention, campaign committees, and fundraising efforts. While the President nominally leads their party, control is diffuse. Parties must satisfy a wide range of voters due to federalism and the decentralized nature of the American political system.
Bangladesh's constitution and laws aim to protect religious minorities, but in practice minorities still face discrimination. Minority groups are sometimes marginalized through insensitive laws, unequal justice systems, and exploitation of political power by dominant ethnic or religious groups. While Bangladesh has ratified international treaties protecting minority rights, amendments to its constitution have weakened fundamental freedoms and the rights of minorities are not always guaranteed as per international law. There remains a need to better implement human rights protections for religious minorities in Bangladesh to achieve true equality and social stability.
The document discusses several changes that occurred in Georgia's political landscape in the 1960s and beyond. Specifically:
1) A rural-dominated voting system that allowed a minority of voters to control the state government was ruled unconstitutional in 1962, shifting political power to more populated urban areas over time.
2) Jimmy Carter served as Georgia's governor from 1971-1975 and accomplished desegregation and government reforms before being elected as the 39th U.S. President in 1976.
3) Hosting the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta brought infrastructure improvements and economic benefits but was marred by a terrorist bombing in Centennial Olympic Park that killed one person.
The International Bill of Rights is going to change the world. Its a way to spread Human Rights across the world. Every person should have rights and this is a way to help enforce these rights everywhere.
This document provides an overview of key concepts related to the study of American government, including:
1) It defines political power, authority, and legitimacy, and explains what government is and its main purposes like establishing justice and national defense.
2) It outlines different forms of government like democracy, where the people rule directly or through representatives, and discusses influences on democracy from thinkers like Aristotle, Locke, and Hobbes.
3) It examines how political power is distributed in the US according to different theories like the pluralist view where all interests shape policy through competition.
4) It discusses principles within founding documents like the Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, and US Constitution around ideas of limited
This document discusses the roles and qualifications of the U.S. President. It outlines the President's roles as chief of state, chief executive, chief administrator, chief diplomat, commander in chief, chief legislator, and chief citizen. The qualifications to be President are outlined as being at least 35 years old, a natural born U.S. citizen, and a 14 year resident of the United States. The document also discusses presidential terms in office, succession, the vice presidency, the framers' plan for electing the president, the nomination process, and the presidential election.
This document discusses several issues related to illegal immigration, including:
1) Illegal immigration poses challenges to a nation's legal policies, culture, and sovereignty. If left unchecked, it could destabilize a country and erase its history and traditions.
2) Illegal immigration is a global problem, as people move across borders in search of better opportunities. Several European and Western nations face large immigrant populations that are changing their demographics and cultures.
3) California has experienced a large increase in illegal immigration and its Hispanic population is growing rapidly, changing the state's demographics and culture. If trends continue, Hispanics will become the majority in California.
4) There are reasonable arguments on both sides of the
This document discusses the division of power between the federal government and state governments under the principle of federalism established by the US Constitution. It outlines that certain powers are exclusive to the federal government, like coining money, others are reserved for state governments, like public education, and some powers are shared between both levels of government. The document also examines how new states are admitted to the union, the grants and aid provided between levels of government, and how states work cooperatively through interstate compacts while still respecting each other's laws, court rulings and residents' rights.
International covenant on economic, social and culturalHaytham Senbill
The document summarizes the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR). It commits signatories to work toward granting economic, social, and cultural rights, including labor rights, the right to health, education, and an adequate standard of living. The ICESCR establishes rights like work, social security, family life, health, education, and participation in cultural life. It is monitored by the UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights to ensure progressive realization of these rights.
The document provides an overview of civil rights and discrimination in the United States. It discusses the country's heterogeneous population and immigration history. It describes forms of race-based discrimination faced by African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Asian Americans. It outlines key civil rights legislation and court cases that aimed to end segregation and discrimination based on race, sex, religion and other factors. Landmark cases discussed include Brown v. Board of Education, which ruled that separate educational facilities are inherently unequal, and Loving v. Virginia, which struck down laws forbidding interracial marriage.
This document provides an overview of the key events and debates around the creation of the US Constitution. It summarizes: 1) The lessons learned from the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and early state governments that motivated the convention; 2) The main controversies and compromises that occurred at the Constitutional Convention, including the Virginia and New Jersey plans and the eventual Great Compromise; 3) The ratification process and debate between Federalists and Anti-Federalists.
Freedom of conscience and free profession, practice and propagation of religion - Article 25
This article guarantees freedom of conscience and the right freely to profess, practice and propagate religion to every citizen of India. However, this right is subject to public order, morality and health.
b. Freedom to manage religious affairs - Article 26
This article guarantees every religious denomination or any section thereof the right to establish and maintain institutions for religious and charitable purposes, manage its own affairs in matters of religion, own and acquire movable and immovable property and administer such property.
c. Freedom as to payment of taxes for promotion of any particular religion - Article 27
No person shall be compelled to pay any taxes
This document summarizes the key powers and responsibilities of the federal and state governments in the US system of federalism. It also discusses religious, ethnic, and cultural diversity across US regions. The three levels of government have both separate and overlapping powers related to issues like trade, taxation, marriage, elections, and more. Religious affiliation and views on social issues vary significantly in different parts of the country. Regions also have experienced changes in their demographic compositions and economic bases over time.
This document discusses human rights and their protection. It provides definitions of human rights, including the rights to adequate food, shelter, and protection from abuse. It discusses how human rights concepts vary by culture but some values are universal. It outlines the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights and efforts to protect rights through international organizations and courts. In Canada, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms enshrines rights and limits government interference in individuals' lives. The Charter is part of the constitution and Canadian law also includes common law and civil codes.
The document discusses civil and political rights from both national and international perspectives. At the national level, it outlines various fundamental rights guaranteed by the Indian constitution such as right to equality, freedom of speech, religion, life and personal liberty. Internationally, it describes how the Universal Declaration of Human Rights established civil and political rights for all globally and led to adoption of conventions like ICCPR to further develop these rights. It defines civil and political rights as birthrights that ensure citizens' participation in society and the state without discrimination while protecting their freedoms.
The document summarizes the human rights situation in Afghanistan between 2001-2013. It outlines improvements such as the approval of a new constitution, new laws protecting human rights, and signing international conventions. However, it also notes ongoing challenges including insecurity, violence against women, and weak rule of law. Civilian casualties remain high with over 3,000 killed or injured in the first eight months of 2013 alone. The Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission was created and has helped increase public awareness, but illegal armed groups and lack of access to justice in remote areas continue to be problems.
This document provides an overview of civil rights and citizenship in the United States. It discusses the changing demographics of the population, including growing racial minority and women populations. It then examines discrimination against African Americans and women, as well as key court cases and legislation aimed at promoting equal protection and reducing discrimination, such as the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1968. The document also discusses citizenship, including acquisition of citizenship by birth or naturalization and loss of citizenship, as well as immigration and regulation of undocumented immigrants.
The document summarizes the history of voting rights in the United States. It discusses how voting rights have expanded from originally only allowing white male property owners to vote, to all citizens over 18 regardless of race, sex or wealth. It outlines the stages of this expansion, including the 15th amendment granting black men the right to vote, the 19th amendment granting women suffrage, the 24th amendment banning poll taxes, and the 26th amendment lowering the voting age to 18. It also describes current voter qualifications of citizenship, residency and age. Voter registration is now required in most states.
This document provides an overview of key concepts related to government and democracy. It defines government as the institution that allows a society to make and enforce public policies. The three basic types of government power are legislative, executive, and judicial. It also discusses the basic characteristics and forms of government, including dictatorships, democracies, unitary, federal, confederation, presidential and parliamentary systems. The document concludes by outlining some basic concepts of democracy such as the worth of the individual, equality, majority rule and minority rights, the necessity of compromise, and individual freedom.
The document discusses the expressed, implied, and non-legislative powers of Congress related to money, commerce, and other areas as established in the US Constitution. It provides details on the Commerce Clause giving Congress power to regulate interstate trade, limits on taxation, the power to coin and regulate currency, bankruptcy laws, and more. It describes how the Necessary and Proper Clause has been used to expand Congress's implied powers and allows them to pass laws addressing new situations. Non-legislative powers include proposing constitutional amendments, electoral duties, impeachment, and approving appointments and treaties.
Political parties in the United States are decentralized organizations with national, state, and local components. At the national level, each party has a national committee led by a chairperson that oversees the national convention, campaign committees, and fundraising efforts. While the President nominally leads their party, control is diffuse. Parties must satisfy a wide range of voters due to federalism and the decentralized nature of the American political system.
Bangladesh's constitution and laws aim to protect religious minorities, but in practice minorities still face discrimination. Minority groups are sometimes marginalized through insensitive laws, unequal justice systems, and exploitation of political power by dominant ethnic or religious groups. While Bangladesh has ratified international treaties protecting minority rights, amendments to its constitution have weakened fundamental freedoms and the rights of minorities are not always guaranteed as per international law. There remains a need to better implement human rights protections for religious minorities in Bangladesh to achieve true equality and social stability.
The document discusses several changes that occurred in Georgia's political landscape in the 1960s and beyond. Specifically:
1) A rural-dominated voting system that allowed a minority of voters to control the state government was ruled unconstitutional in 1962, shifting political power to more populated urban areas over time.
2) Jimmy Carter served as Georgia's governor from 1971-1975 and accomplished desegregation and government reforms before being elected as the 39th U.S. President in 1976.
3) Hosting the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta brought infrastructure improvements and economic benefits but was marred by a terrorist bombing in Centennial Olympic Park that killed one person.
The International Bill of Rights is going to change the world. Its a way to spread Human Rights across the world. Every person should have rights and this is a way to help enforce these rights everywhere.
This document provides an overview of key concepts related to the study of American government, including:
1) It defines political power, authority, and legitimacy, and explains what government is and its main purposes like establishing justice and national defense.
2) It outlines different forms of government like democracy, where the people rule directly or through representatives, and discusses influences on democracy from thinkers like Aristotle, Locke, and Hobbes.
3) It examines how political power is distributed in the US according to different theories like the pluralist view where all interests shape policy through competition.
4) It discusses principles within founding documents like the Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, and US Constitution around ideas of limited
This document discusses the roles and qualifications of the U.S. President. It outlines the President's roles as chief of state, chief executive, chief administrator, chief diplomat, commander in chief, chief legislator, and chief citizen. The qualifications to be President are outlined as being at least 35 years old, a natural born U.S. citizen, and a 14 year resident of the United States. The document also discusses presidential terms in office, succession, the vice presidency, the framers' plan for electing the president, the nomination process, and the presidential election.
This document discusses several issues related to illegal immigration, including:
1) Illegal immigration poses challenges to a nation's legal policies, culture, and sovereignty. If left unchecked, it could destabilize a country and erase its history and traditions.
2) Illegal immigration is a global problem, as people move across borders in search of better opportunities. Several European and Western nations face large immigrant populations that are changing their demographics and cultures.
3) California has experienced a large increase in illegal immigration and its Hispanic population is growing rapidly, changing the state's demographics and culture. If trends continue, Hispanics will become the majority in California.
4) There are reasonable arguments on both sides of the
This document discusses the division of power between the federal government and state governments under the principle of federalism established by the US Constitution. It outlines that certain powers are exclusive to the federal government, like coining money, others are reserved for state governments, like public education, and some powers are shared between both levels of government. The document also examines how new states are admitted to the union, the grants and aid provided between levels of government, and how states work cooperatively through interstate compacts while still respecting each other's laws, court rulings and residents' rights.
International covenant on economic, social and culturalHaytham Senbill
The document summarizes the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR). It commits signatories to work toward granting economic, social, and cultural rights, including labor rights, the right to health, education, and an adequate standard of living. The ICESCR establishes rights like work, social security, family life, health, education, and participation in cultural life. It is monitored by the UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights to ensure progressive realization of these rights.
The document provides an overview of civil rights and discrimination in the United States. It discusses the country's heterogeneous population and immigration history. It describes forms of race-based discrimination faced by African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Asian Americans. It outlines key civil rights legislation and court cases that aimed to end segregation and discrimination based on race, sex, religion and other factors. Landmark cases discussed include Brown v. Board of Education, which ruled that separate educational facilities are inherently unequal, and Loving v. Virginia, which struck down laws forbidding interracial marriage.
This document provides an overview of the key events and debates around the creation of the US Constitution. It summarizes: 1) The lessons learned from the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and early state governments that motivated the convention; 2) The main controversies and compromises that occurred at the Constitutional Convention, including the Virginia and New Jersey plans and the eventual Great Compromise; 3) The ratification process and debate between Federalists and Anti-Federalists.
Freedom of conscience and free profession, practice and propagation of religion - Article 25
This article guarantees freedom of conscience and the right freely to profess, practice and propagate religion to every citizen of India. However, this right is subject to public order, morality and health.
b. Freedom to manage religious affairs - Article 26
This article guarantees every religious denomination or any section thereof the right to establish and maintain institutions for religious and charitable purposes, manage its own affairs in matters of religion, own and acquire movable and immovable property and administer such property.
c. Freedom as to payment of taxes for promotion of any particular religion - Article 27
No person shall be compelled to pay any taxes
This document summarizes the key powers and responsibilities of the federal and state governments in the US system of federalism. It also discusses religious, ethnic, and cultural diversity across US regions. The three levels of government have both separate and overlapping powers related to issues like trade, taxation, marriage, elections, and more. Religious affiliation and views on social issues vary significantly in different parts of the country. Regions also have experienced changes in their demographic compositions and economic bases over time.
This document discusses human rights and their protection. It provides definitions of human rights, including the rights to adequate food, shelter, and protection from abuse. It discusses how human rights concepts vary by culture but some values are universal. It outlines the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights and efforts to protect rights through international organizations and courts. In Canada, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms enshrines rights and limits government interference in individuals' lives. The Charter is part of the constitution and Canadian law also includes common law and civil codes.
The document provides an overview of citizenship and civic responsibility. It defines what a citizen is, discusses the different ways one can become a US citizen, and outlines the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Some key responsibilities discussed include obeying laws, voting, serving in the military if needed to defend the country, paying taxes, serving on juries, and staying informed on issues. The document also compares characteristics of good citizens to those outlined in the "Bill of Responsibilities" developed by the Freedoms Foundation.
The document discusses the relationship between democracy and human freedoms. It finds that democracy is most likely to respect human rights and liberties in Western countries with a longstanding electoral system and strong economy. However, democracy does not guarantee civil liberties, as some democratic countries still experience human rights abuses. Factors like a country's culture, economic development, and length of democratic tradition can affect the level of freedoms present. Regular elections may help promote civic participation and human rights over time, though military force should not be used to spread democracy.
This document provides an overview of civics topics including citizenship, American values and diversity, and different forms of government. It discusses how citizenship can be obtained by birth or naturalization. Key American values like freedom and equality are shared through important institutions. Different types of democracies and authoritarian systems are compared. People form governments to provide order, security, and accomplish common goals through functions like public services and policymaking.
This document provides information on various political topics including:
- Types of political and economic systems (e.g. democracy, capitalism)
- Differences between Democrats and Republicans in the US in terms of ideology and policy positions on issues like taxes, healthcare, environment, and role of government
- Key US elections and electoral maps showing voting trends over time
- An overview of the Tea Party movement including its core beliefs
- Background on illegal and legal immigration statistics and debates around related policies
- Details on abortion laws and debates, gun control issues and debates, and same-sex marriage legislation
This document provides information on various political and economic systems including types of governments (e.g. democracy, monarchy), political parties in the US, the Tea Party movement, and core concepts (e.g. liberal, conservative). It also covers presidential election maps from 1960-2012 and controversial issues like immigration, gun control, abortion, the environment, and healthcare.
Here are the key points I would consider:
- Students have free speech rights, but schools also have authority over curriculum and activities that could disrupt education.
- The articles discuss sensitive topics and name other students without consent, which could violate privacy and cause harm.
- The principal could require removing names and work with students to address concerns while still publishing revised articles, balancing free expression and privacy.
- If agreement can't be reached, the principal has authority not to publish, though censoring due to just disagreement with views could be unconstitutional.
Overall, the situation requires balancing competing interests through respectful discussion to find an acceptable solution for all.
The document discusses gun control in the U.S., outlining the Second Amendment right to bear arms, how to legally obtain guns in different states like Denver and New York, and victims of gun violence including high profile assassinations and mass shootings. It also explains the difficulty of amending the U.S. Constitution and some executive actions taken by President Obama to strengthen background checks and improve mental health resources, though congressional support and broader cultural acceptance remain challenges.
This document summarizes key aspects of American political culture and beliefs. It discusses the concepts of political culture, democratic values like majority rule and minority rights, and the process of political socialization where citizens develop political identities. It also outlines the major agents of socialization like family, schools, media and demographic factors. Finally, it compares aspects of the American political and economic systems to other nations like Sweden.
The document provides information about the requirements for earning the Citizenship in the Nation merit badge, including discussing citizenship and the rights, duties, and obligations of citizens; visiting landmarks and federal facilities; following news for 5 days; discussing founding documents like the Declaration of Independence and Constitution; listing functions of government and how they affect families and communities; choosing and discussing an important historical speech; naming the three branches of government and their functions and checks and balances; and writing a letter to a member of Congress about an important issue. It also covers types of government, the structure and roles of the US government as a federal republic and constitutional democracy, political parties throughout US history, and minor political parties and special interest groups.
Human rights are inherent to all people regardless of attributes. This document discusses what human rights are according to the UN, including rights to life, food, shelter, freedom from abuse, education and more. It notes that one in three UK children experience poverty, one in four abuse, and one in seven lack proper housing, emphasizing the importance of human rights. Rights stem from values of dignity, justice, equality and are recognized by the UN through agreements like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights containing 30 rights.
This document outlines key aspects of American citizenship, including the rights and responsibilities of citizens. It discusses how citizenship can be obtained through birth in the US (native citizenship) or naturalization. Citizens owe allegiance to the government in exchange for protection of their rights. The duties of citizens include obeying laws, defending the country, paying taxes, and jury duty. Responsibilities involve respecting others' rights, voting, and helping to improve society. The US government aims to uphold values of equality, freedom, and justice for all citizens.
This document discusses democracy and the key elements of government. It begins by listing American values such as truth, justice, equality and individual rights. It then discusses some essential elements of government including population, territory, sovereignty and government. The document also covers different theories on the origins of the state, such as evolutionary theory and social contract theory. Finally, it outlines the main purposes of government as maintaining social order, providing public services, national security and making economic decisions.
The passage discusses the changing demographics and lifestyles in the United States during the 1920s as more Americans migrated to cities. It notes that by 1920 over half of Americans lived in urban areas for the first time, with many moving to cities to enjoy higher standards of living. Life in cities was fast-paced and offered amenities like entertainment, but also brought challenges like impersonal relationships among strangers. The passage also briefly outlines life in rural areas and the rise of organized crime during Prohibition as gangsters like Al Capone profited greatly from illegally supplying alcohol.
Social Justice Values, Human Rights, Identifying Our Own Biases.pptxLaura Lewis
This document discusses social justice and human rights. It defines social injustice as issues like poverty, lack of healthcare, hunger, and unsafe living conditions. Human rights are rights that every person is entitled to simply due to being human, such as civil/political rights and economic/social/cultural rights. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights established fundamental human rights in 1948. Overcoming biases and ensuring equal access, equity, rights, and participation are key principles of achieving social justice.
This document provides background information on changing social values and cultural conflicts in the United States during the 1920s. It discusses the differences between rural and urban lifestyles as many Americans migrated to cities during this period. This urbanization led to clashes between traditional rural values and the new, modern culture of the cities. One example given is the conflict between fundamentalism and the teaching of evolution, which came to a head in the famous Scopes Monkey Trial of 1925. The document examines several social and cultural issues that emerged from the changing times, including Prohibition and the rise of organized crime. In summary, it outlines how the rapid changes of the 1920s created divisions as Americans grappled with adjusting traditional ways of life.
This document provides an overview of civics and citizenship in the United States. It begins with definitions of civics and citizenship, then discusses the history of civic engagement and government in America from the colonial period through amendments that expanded voting rights. Key documents that shaped the country like the Declaration of Independence and Constitution are also mentioned. The rights and responsibilities of citizens are then outlined according to the USCIS, including freedoms like speech, worship, and voting as well as duties like obeying laws, paying taxes, and serving on a jury.
A presentation of The John Birch Society prepared by Dan Sexson, a regional field director of Society, based in the St. Louis area.
Dan's presentation is based on two earlier presentations used by the Birch Society field staff known as "The heartbeat of the Americanist cause" and "The Gateway Presentation".
Folks, don't try this without professional supervision. Enjoy the presentation but remember our disclaimer: "Done by a professional driver on a closed track
Originally presented at XP2024 Bolzano
While agile has entered the post-mainstream age, possibly losing its mojo along the way, the rise of remote working is dealing a more severe blow than its industrialization.
In this talk we'll have a look to the cumulative effect of the constraints of a remote working environment and of the common countermeasures.
12 steps to transform your organization into the agile org you deservePierre E. NEIS
During an organizational transformation, the shift is from the previous state to an improved one. In the realm of agility, I emphasize the significance of identifying polarities. This approach helps establish a clear understanding of your objectives. I have outlined 12 incremental actions to delineate your organizational strategy.
Enriching engagement with ethical review processesstrikingabalance
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2. Citizenship in the World
2
John Green
International Representative
Piedmont Council, BSA
john-green.net
@johndashgreen
3. 3
1. Explain what citizenship in the
world means to you and what
you think it takes to be a good
world citizen.
That means a discussion,
of your opinion.
4. 4
Rule 1: A discussion on world
citizenship is not a political
debate.
Rule 2: You are not allowed to
say "I don’t know".
5. 5
Stand up and anwer
What is your name?
Where do you live?
What is your
favorite flavor of ice
cream?
7. How do you become a citizen of a
country?
• Birth within the borders of a country
• Birth to parents who are already citizens of a nation
• Naturalization - the legal process by which a non-
citizen in a country may acquire citizenship or
nationality of that country
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8. Citizen vs. Subject
A Citizen:
• Is a native or
naturalized person
• Owes allegiance to a
specific nation
• Is entitled to
government protection
A Subject:
• Is a citizen ruled by a
sovereign authority,
e.g., a monarch
• Shows loyalty to both
the ruling authority and
the nation
8
9. What is World Citizenship?
• Everyone is a citizen of
his nation and the world
• The perspective of
World Citizenship
allows us to understand
our roles and
responsibilities
because problems that
effect humanity are
global issues
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10. As a World Citizen that lives by the
Scout Oath and Law you should:
• Respect cultural diversity
• Respect rights of other
nations and governments
• Understand relationships
with other nations
• Understand citizens of
other nations
• Cooperate for the good of
all
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11. Why is World Citizenship Important?
• World Trade
• World Peace
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13. Why is World Citizenship Important?
• World Trade
• World Peace
• Human rights
poverty, slavery, women’s rights
• Environmental Impact
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14. 14
2. Explain how one becomes a citizen in the
United States, and explain the rights, duties,
and obligations of U.S. citizenship. Discuss the
similarities and differences between the rights,
duties, and obligations of U.S. citizens and the
citizens of two other countries.
15. How to become a US Citizen
NATURAL BORN CITIZEN
At least one parents is US
citizens and:
• Born in US
• Or one it's territories
• Or above it in a plane
• Or up to 12 miles out to
sea
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18. How to become a US Citizen
Born outside the US to a US Citizen?
Automatically acquires U.S. citizenship
upon entry into the country as an
immigrant - so not a Natural Born Citizen
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19. How to become a US Citizen
Naturalized Citizen
18 years old or older
Good Moral Character
Pass exam on English & Civics Knowledge
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20. How to become a US Citizen
Naturalized Citizen
Legally come into and live in the United States for 5
years
Marry a US Citizen
Swear the Oath of Citizenship:
swear to defend the Constitution and laws of the
US and, when required by the law, to bear arms on
behalf of the U.S. and/or perform noncombatant
service
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21. Rights, Duties, and Obligations of
US Citizenship
Rights:
• Vote
• Bill of Rights – first 10 amendments of
constitution
• Many other rights from constitution,
laws, and court rulings
21
22. Rights, Duties, and Obligations of
US Citizenship
Duties:
• Serve on Juries
• Vote
22
23. Rights, Duties, and Obligations of
US Citizenship
Obligations:
• Obey the law
• Pay taxes
• Male U.S. citizens are required to
register with the Selective Service
System at age 18 for possible
conscription into the armed forces
23
24. Discussion Time
What is the difference between a Duty
and an Obligation?
• Duties are Legal Responsibilities
• Obligations are Moral Responsibilites
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25. 25
3b. Select a foreign country and discuss
with your counselor how its geography,
natural resources, and climate influence
its economy and its global partnerships
with other countries.
27. GERMAN CITIZENSHIP
• Equality before the law
• Freedom of speech, assembly, the news
media, and worship
• Freedom from discrimination based on race,
gender, religion, or political beliefs
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28. GERMAN CITIZENSHIP
• The right to conscientious objection to
compulsory military service
• All state authority emanates from the people.
Exercised by the people by means of
elections and voting and by specific
legislative, executive, and judicial organs.
• The Federal Republic of Germany is a
democratic and social federal state.
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29. German Duties and Obligations
• Stay righteous
• Learn about the German Government and the
European Union
• Military (9 months) or Hospital Service
• Vote
• Obey German laws and European Union laws
• Pay taxes
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30. Discussion Time
After 9 months of military or hospital service
each German citizen is able to go to college for
free.
How can a country of 82 million people afford
this?
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32. Cuban Citizenship
• Communist Government
• Constitution of the Republic of Cuba
• Openly embraces socialism,
communism, Marxism, and Leninism
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33. Cuban Rights
• No private property, except small farmers
• No private industry
• The state organizes, directs and controls the
economic life of the nation
• Everyone has the right to health protection and care
• Citizens have freedom of speech and of the press in
keeping with the objectives of socialist society
The government regulates the exercise of those freedoms
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34. Cuban Duties and Obligations
• Work in a socialist society is a right and duty and a
source of pride for every citizen
• Every worker has the duty to faithfully carry tasks
corresponding to him at his job
• Obey the law
• Mandatory military service
• Defense of the socialist homeland is the greatest
honor and the supreme duty of every Cuban citizen
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35. Discussion Time
In Cuba, only 1.7% of the population has Internet
access.
Why do you think that is?
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36. 36
3a. Pick a current world event. In relation to
this current event, discuss with your
counselor how a country's national interest
and its relationship with other countries
might affect areas such as its security, its
economy, its values, and the health of its
citizens.
37. What’s going on in Venezuela?
Background Information
• Inflation is currently running at 100%+
• Hugo Chavez ruled the country until his death in
March 2013
• The country is oil rich
• Chavez nationalized the country’s oil in 2000
• 27,875 homicides in 2016 - that’s over 2,300 a month,
536 a week, 76 a day or 3 an hour
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38. What’s going on in Venezuela?
Current Situation
Chavez's vice president Nicolas Maduro won the
Presidential election by 1% over Henrique Capriles
There was widespread accusations of voter fraud
On February 12, 2014 – National Youth Day – violence
at demonstrations escalated and three people were
killed - many were injured
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39. What’s going on in Venezuela?
People were demonstrating for more protection for
freedom of speech, an end to goods shortage and
better policing
Maduro has blamed the US saying we are making
efforts to destabilize his administration
Three US diplomats were expelled from the country.
39
40. What’s going on in Venezuela?
• Henrique Capriles was arrested for calling for more
marches and protests on Social Media
• He has been blamed by the government for
masterminding a revolution
• Capriles was eventually released as their was no
evidence against him. He has successfully used
Social Media to call for more protests
40
41. What’s going on in Venezuela?
• Unrest has continued for the past three years. There
are widespread food shortages and electricity
outages – predominantly in the areas that are
protesting Maduro.
• Venezuela is running out of just about everything.
Food, medicine, electricity, toilet paper, -- you name
it.
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42. What’s going on in Venezuela?
• Two large international airlines -- Lufthansa and
LATAM -- have suspended service to Venezuela due
to the economic crisis.
• In June 2016 – more violence at a protest where
hundreds of middle class (mostly women) gathered
outside the presidential palace chanting “We want
food!” They were beaten and fired on with tear gas.
42
43. What’s going on in Venezuela?
• Last year, Capriles and his supporters won enough
elections to take control of the National Assembly.
• But every single law they have changed or enacted
has been overturned by their Supreme Court.
• The US placed sanctions against 8 Venezuelan
Justices loyal to Maduro.
Why do you think the U.S. did that?
43
44. What’s going on in Venezuela?
How do you think the
current situation in
Venezuela will impact:
• It’s citizens
• Other Countries
• Oil Rich Economy
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46. 46
4 a. Explain international law and
how it differs from national law.
Explain the role of international law
and how international law can be
used as a tool for conflict
resolution.
47. International Law
There are about 163 nations each with their
own:
• Sovereignty and national interest
• Increasing dependence on each other
47
49. International Law
International Law is applied to resolve conflicts that may
lead to aggression or war
International laws are defined by:
• International Conventions
• Treaties
• Executive Agreement
49
50. International Law
Examples:
• Geneva Convention
• Hague Convention
• Protection of Intellectual Property
• Extradition of accused criminals
• Treaties governing the moon
• Customs
Some nations do not recognize laws that conflict with
their culture
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51. International Law
General Principle of International Law
• Developed from legal systems in
many nations
• A nation’s right to defend itself
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54. National Law
• National Laws are the Rules and regulations
which govern a certain country
• Bounded by the constitution
• Written by a legislature - Congress or
Parliament
• Written by Dictator
• Supported by courts, fines and prisons
• Easier to enforce than International Law
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55. International Conflict Resolution
• Disputing nations may agree to a hearing
and judgment of the International Court of
Justice of the UN
Example: In 1967 the Middle East war ended
when Syria and Israel agreed to a UN brokered
cease-fire
55
56. International Conflict Resolution
• Pressure another nation to reverse an
unfriendly act
• The action is similar to the offence, e.g.
tariffs
Example: US trade embargo on China from
1950 to 1971 to stop the spread of communism
56
57. International Conflict Resolution
• Act of force in response to an illegal action
- The response by itself is illegal, but legal
as a reprisal
Example: a country refuses to repay a loan.
The lending nation could legally seize property
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4 c. Select TWO of the following organizations
and describe their role in the world.
1. The United Nations
2. The World Court
3. Interpol
4. World Organization of the Scout Movement
5. The World Health Organization
6. Amnesty International
7. The International Committee of the Red
Cross
8. CARE (Cooperative for American Relief
Everywhere)
9. European Union
60. 60
4 c. Select TWO of the following organizations
and describe their role in the world.
1. The United Nations
2. The World Court
3. Interpol
4. World Organization of the Scout Movement
5. The World Health Organization
6. Amnesty International
7. The International Committee of the Red
Cross
8. CARE (Cooperative for American Relief
Everywhere)
9. European Union
61. International Organization:
United Nations
The United Nations (UN) is an
intergovernmental organization established on
October 24, 1945 to promote international co-
operation.
A replacement for the ineffective League of
Nations, the organization was created
following the Second World War to prevent
another such conflict.
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62. International Organization:
United Nations
Goals
• Maintain International Peace and
Security
• Promote Cooperation in Solving
International Problems:
o Political
o Economic
o Social
o Cultural
o Humanitarian
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63. United Nations
The UN has six principal organs:
1. General Assembly - the main deliberative
assembly
2. Security Council - for deciding certain
resolutions for peace and security
3. Economic and Social Council - for promoting
economic and social development
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64. United Nations
UN Structure:
1. Secretariat - for providing studies,
information, and facilities needed by the UN
2. International Court of Justice - the primary
judicial organ
3. United Nations Trusteeship Council -
inactive since 1994
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65. United Nations
Successes
• The World Health Organization has played a
key role in treating infectious diseases
around the world since 1948.
• Decolonization - before World War II, millions
of people lived in colonies that were
dependent on foreign powers
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66. United Nations
Failures
• In 1994, the Rwandan government
organized the mass murder of an estimated
800,000 people
• Areas with peacekeeping forces had a
rapid rise in child prostitution
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67. Model United Nations
PANGEA Model UN Conference
Each March at Lenoir Rhyne University in
Hickory NC
Sponsored by the Piedmont Council
International Commitee
67
68. International Organization: World
Organization of the Scout Movement
• The largest International Scouting
Organization
• HQ has moved from Geneva to Kuala Lampur
• About 40 million Scouts worldwide - 20
million are in Indonesia where it is the most
popular service program offered to school
children
68
69. World Organization of the Scout
Movement
• 21 Million service hours logged into
Messengers of Peace
• 2019 World Jamboree at the Summit is
sponsored by BSA, Scouts Canada, and
Scouts Mexico
• WFF started after WWII to re-establish
scouting in europe
• Most money now going to Central American
Scouting as they need the most help
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70. World Organization of the Scout
Movement
Piedmont Council International Committee
• BSA overseas delegate
• Overseas camp staffs
• Jamboree-on-the-Air and Jamboree on-the
Internet
• PANGEA Model UN
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71. 71
5 a. Discuss the differences
between constitutional and
non-constitutional
governments.
77. 77
5 b. Name at least five different types
of governments currently in power in
the world.
78. Systems of Government
Full Presidential Republic
• head of government is also head of state and leads
an executive branch that is separate from the
legislative branch
• USA, Brazil, Indonesia, Venezuela
78
79. Systems of Government
Semi-presidential Republic
• president exists alongside a prime minister and
Cabinet who are responsible to the legislature of a
state
• Algeria, Georgia, Portugal, Ukraine
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80. Systems of Government
Parliamentary Republics
• executive branch derives its legitimacy from and is
accountable to the legislature (the parliament)
• Austria, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Poland
80
81. Systems of Government
Parliamentary Monarchies
• nonpolitical monarch (which may or may not have
any power) acts as head of state within the
boundaries of a constitution
• Australia, Canada, Japan, Spain, United Kingdom
81
82. Systems of Government
Absolute Monarchies
• monarch has absolute power
• Brunei, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia,
Swaziland, Vatican City
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84. Systems of Government
Single Party States
• Power is within a single political party - some do
have elected governments.
•
China, Cuba, North Korea, Vietnam
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86. 86
6 a. Explain how a government is
represented abroad and how the
United States government is
accredited to international
organizations.
87. Government Interaction
The U.S. Department of
State works with foreign
governments,
international
organizations, and people
in other countries to bring
them together into
arrangements to promote
peace, prosperity, and
democratic governments.
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88. State Department Goals
1. Protect America and Americans;
2. Advance economic prosperity, human rights, and
other interests of the United States in the world;
3. Gain international understanding of American
values and policies;
4. Support U.S. diplomats and other government
officials who work at home and abroad to make all
this possible
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90. 90
6 b. Describe the roles of the
following in the conduct of foreign
relations.
91. Roles in US International Relations
Ambassador
• Top diplomat in country
• appointed by President
Consul
• Part of Embassy Staff
• Facilitates trade and Friendship
• Protects citizens while in country
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92. Roles in US International Relations
Bureau of International Information Programs
• wide variety of information and communications systems
Agency for International Development
• USAID initiatives are: Economic Growth, Agriculture, and Trade
United States and Foreign Commercial Service
• represent US businesses and help them find international
partners
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93. What is a Passport?
• A document of nationality used for
identification and protection when traveling
abroad
• It is also a formal permit authorizing the
holder to leave and return to the nation of
which he or she is a citizen
• Includes a photo, name, address, date of
birth and other information
93
94. What is a Passport?
• Sometimes, must be
examined by foreign
state prior to the
holder’s legal entry
• The endorsement of a
passport by a foreign
state is called a Visa
94
95. What is a Visa?
• Formal endorsement
placed by government
authorities on a passport,
indicating that:
o the passport has been
examined and found valid
o that the bearer may legally go
to his or her destination
• In some cases there are
entry visas and exit visas
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96. How to finish
Citizenship In The World
Requirement 7
Do TWO of the following and share with your counselor what you
have learned:
a. Visit the Web site (With your parent/guardian's
permission) of the U.S. State Department. Learn
more about an issue you find interesting that is
discussed on this Web site. (www.state.gov)
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97. How to finish
Citizenship In The World
Requirement 7
Do TWO of the following and share with your counselor what you
have learned:
b. Visit the Web site (With your parent/guardian's
permission) of an international news organization or
foreign government, OR examine a foreign newspaper
available at your local library, bookstore, or newsstand.
Find a news story about a human right realized in the
United States that is not recognized in another country.
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98. How to finish
Citizenship In The World
Requirement 7
Do TWO of the following and share with your counselor what you
have learned:
c. Visit with a student or Scout from another country
and discuss the typical values, holidays, ethnic foods,
and traditions practiced or enjoyed there.
98
99. How to finish
Citizenship In The World
Requirement 7
Do TWO of the following and share with your counselor what you
have learned:
d. Attend a World Scout Jamboree.
October 19-21, 2018 – Jamboree On The Internet (JOTI)
Online at: webchat.scoutlink.net
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100. How to finish
Citizenship In The World
Requirement 7
Do TWO of the following and share with your counselor what you
have learned:
d. Attend a World Scout Jamboree.
July 22 – August 2, 2019 – World Jamboree - Summit
wsj2019.us/apply
$250.00 deposit and BSA ID Number
$2,500.00 total fee
100
101. How to finish
Citizenship In The World
Requirement 7
Do TWO of the following and share with your counselor what you
have learned:
e. Participate in or attend an international event in your
area, such as an ethnic festival, concert, or play.
July - Folkmoot
SALT Block Auditorium, Hickory
General Admission: $10.00 - 12 and under: $5.00
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102. Citizenship in the World
102
John Green
International Representative
Piedmont Council, BSA
john-green.net
@johndashgreen