Is it the duty of a citizen to take part in a social arguement? How far should he/she go?
553546
this depends on your definition of taking part. I believe that we all take part in social argument. every time we complain about the price of fuel, whinge about our work conditions, and in general discuss what we did today, we are taking part in social discussion. We add our voices to the overall discontent that we as a society feel over a number of issues. The real question that should be asked is: is it the duty of a citizen to do something about social issues. If people choose to deal with issues only with rhetoric and hot air, nothing will ever change. That said, people are perfectly within their rights to sit back and do nothing. However they should expect no sympathy when these issues begin to directly affect them. We all have the chance to make a difference in some way or another, even if we think our actions are small and trivial. Discussion of social issues is one thing, going out and making a difference is what counts
484432
When in Rome, do as the Romans do... so your point is valid. When people are in a foreign country, its their responsibility to be respectful and courteous and to try and learn the social mannerisms so as not to hurt the sensibilities of the people belonging to that country.
503202
General citizen is having a very specific right in this regard. What they have to do is stand up, elect good leaders who take decision as per public intentions and wish. If you sit in your house on election day and think that others wil vote for he person of your liking then you can just remain mute spectator of all this.
1040779
Since I believe it is wrong to kick a person when they are down, I have my own saying. " It's not my civic duty to make your life any easier, but it is my goal as a human being to not make your life any more difficult."
456927
I'd love to have someone like you around, if I were to get attacked. It's scary to think of how apathetic people can be. There is more than one way of getting involved or to help. As long as one can help out, instead of walking away, ignoring it. If it were me, I wouldn't physically get in the middle of the bashing, because I know my limits and weakness. But I would get help, distract, get a large object to swing, etc. There are ways of helping out and getting involved to help our fellow people. Even to give assistance to the victim after the fact. But to walk away, that is uncool... But then again, I can't say that is wise 100% of the time, for there are different social conventions and rules or lack of rules in different cultures, sub-cultures, and countries.
735451
I don't.  Why would I?  You volunteer to defend a free society so that people can choose the life they want.  For some, that life is in the military.  For others, it's elsewhere.  Being part of a free society means you acknowledge the validity of other people's choices.  You fight so that they can have that.
395920
In the United States a citizen has a right to voice their opinion. This is called Freedom of Speech and unfortunately you cannot do much about it.  If that person were to infringe on your rights, or commit an act of violence because of your nationality/creed it would be a hate crime.  The best thing to do is to keep on going and ignore their hateful comments.  If you let an idiot affect you, what have you become?  an idiot.  So don't let these people get beneath your skin because thats what they want.  If you take steps to silence this person, well that would be infringing on their rights, so its best to just ignore them and move on.
1118158
You draw the line at the point where you have to make an opinionated decision of your own, it is fine to listen to others opinions to a point, as long as you feel they are not influencing your descision, at some point you have to say, ok.....this is what I Believe.......
891222
Be good citizen!\nRemember :"Right or wrong is my country"
965072
Of course not.  You have the right to state your opinion.  Anyway, who cares?  You are taking care of your business, right?  Remember, never argue with an idiot.  If he wants to argue with you, point out your avatar at the top of the page that says "best answerer."
373011
Having the right to speak your mind should not mean that you escape the consequences of speaking your mind.  It's a double-edged sword.  For instance, you can say what you like about someone, but if you say something untrue about someone else, that person can sue you -- that's their right.  Being able to lie about someone without fear of consequences would be a bad thing.\n\nAlso, you can say what you want, but you have no right to expect someone to support what you say if they don't agree with it.  For instance, if you write an article for a magazine slamming a politician, and the owner of the magazine doesn't agree with it, he doesn't have to let you print that article using his money and his resources.  he may *choose* to allow you to do that, but he's under no obligation to -- the owner of the magazine has a right to freedom of speech, too, and your right to say what you want should not infringe on his right to use his property (the magazine) as he sees fit.\n\nAs a side note, this is not censorship.  Private citizens have the freedom to decide how their resources and property is used; only the government can be accused of censorship.\n\nSo I'd say that freedom of speech should be unrestricted, up to the point that it infringes on another person's rights (and you have no right to not be offended, so so-called 'hate speech', a chillingly Orwellian concept, does not apply).
274524
Is it our right to question/challenge? or is it our duty? What do you really think our leaders do with all of the insults that are thrown their way? Do they go home and seriously contemplate about whether the people have a point? Or do they stand up and dust themselves off and blow off the criticism completely? Are we really heard? Or do we just gain satisfaction knowing we've had our "say?" \n\nOk thank god I didn't get deducted 5 points for each of those questions I just asked!!\n\nI guess my point is......yes, it is just par for the course. And people will say what they want to say and I suppose the ammendment to the constitution gave us that right. And if this is stated in our constitution, how could that possibly be unpatriotic or Un-American?? \n\nDoes it do us much good in the long run? *shrugs* Probably not.....but it is a right given to us by our forefathers. So have at it!! :) \n\nEnjoyed your question! I have a similar question posted on my profile.....would love your opinion. :)
788484
u gotta go thru a process to protect everyone's rights, you, the other person, the insitution.  wheneven a person canno0t handle their own affairs it is time to take action.  if a person goes along, not much of a probelem just follow procedures.  if person does not, then you gotta get a court order
99994
Did I miss something here? So far two people have referenced riot.\n\nYou have the right to free speech until someone finds it offensive and takes you to court for it.\n\nI belive the case was Chaplinsky v New Hampshire. \n\nIn short, if what you are saying in a public place offends the majority of the people around you and pose a 'breach of peace', you are not protected.
251208
Let everyone know that in order to maintain a society that is orderly and law abiding, we should all participate in an election. It's important that we research candidates and laws prior to an election so that we know what we want. We have to make ourselves heard. Every vote counts!
1129622
I agree you should life your life to the highest moral standards you can.  Do what's right to the best of your knowledge and ability.  judging and preaching others is not part of that however. Who told you all this?  Can you speak from experience?  And what does this question have to do with imgration??
326349
Nice generalisation. The sharing of true facts can never harm people, But i do have to kind of agree with you on the reason some of the questions are asked. I would hope that people use common sense and answer the more risky questions with tact and diplomacy, With knowledge comes responsibility