Adlai Stevenson once said "Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." Being an American citizen is more than what is printed on your birth certificate. Our country is one of the most impacting and inspirational lands that you can see or be a part of. I believe that being an American defines a person, as well as a nation. Understanding America's complex history, government systems, and national pride are the biggest factors in what it means to be an American citizen.
One of the most important factors of being an American is learning and understanding our country's history. Citizens who are ignorant to their own country's basic foundation are people I don't consider to really be American. To me, it is important for children and adults to understand that our ancestors came to this country to assert their independence from England and …show more content…
In 1776 our country was declared independent and broke ground for its people to make their own rules and regulations to live under. With a few additions and revisions to our constitution over the years, we have had one of the most amazing legal backgrounds. As an American we are entitled to freedom of speech, freedom to bare arms, etc. the moment we are born on this country's soil. In other countries of the rights of certain groups are impeded upon by their government's strict rulings. We are extremely lucky to live in a place where we can freely express ourselves and bring new ideas into the world. Many people refer to America as "The Land of Opportunities". This statement is very much true because anyone born in America, or comes to live here can make their life what they want, or completely start their live over on a clean slate. Our country is founded on the rights of humans, making all of these "American Dreams" possible for all who choose to live
One of the most important factors of being an American is learning and understanding our country's history. Citizens who are ignorant to their own country's basic foundation are people I don't consider to really be American. To me, it is important for children and adults to understand that our ancestors came to this country to assert their independence from England and …show more content…
In 1776 our country was declared independent and broke ground for its people to make their own rules and regulations to live under. With a few additions and revisions to our constitution over the years, we have had one of the most amazing legal backgrounds. As an American we are entitled to freedom of speech, freedom to bare arms, etc. the moment we are born on this country's soil. In other countries of the rights of certain groups are impeded upon by their government's strict rulings. We are extremely lucky to live in a place where we can freely express ourselves and bring new ideas into the world. Many people refer to America as "The Land of Opportunities". This statement is very much true because anyone born in America, or comes to live here can make their life what they want, or completely start their live over on a clean slate. Our country is founded on the rights of humans, making all of these "American Dreams" possible for all who choose to live