Believe Quote by George Saunders
“The demographics are changing - and so what? Citizenship is a question of certain agreed-upon values and that is that. Do we believe that? I think at heart we do.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Opinion piece on citizenship, 2010s
Citizenship rests on shared values; questioning those values tests societal cohesion.
In simple terms: Citizenship = shared values; we must examine them.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on and affirm communal values.
Themes
citizenship
values
society
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- civic education
- public debate
- policy making
Key Concepts
political theory
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- What values define your community?
- How do you address dissent?
A Different Perspective
Values can be contested; consensus is hard.
