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It seemed that he discussed the responsibility one holds towards his country as very similar to the relationship of a child to his parents. The government, or nation in this case, is the giving parent that, when in need of help from the child in times of sickness or dispair would expect the same to be given willingly. These are the duties that "we do not grudgingly accept but rather seize gladly". He is saying perhaps the American family should feel this very sense of pride towards responsibility. Wait, I'm not in this class. Where's the Technology wiki? - Adam Shlossman | It seemed that he discussed the responsibility one holds towards his country as very similar to the relationship of a child to his parents. The government, or nation in this case, is the giving parent that, when in need of help from the child in times of sickness or dispair would expect the same to be given willingly. These are the duties that "we do not grudgingly accept but rather seize gladly". He is saying perhaps the American family should feel this very sense of pride towards responsibility. Wait, I'm not in this class. Where's the Technology wiki? - Adam Shlossman | ||
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| + | President Obama talked a lot about key values that make America the nation that it is today and that will make America a better nation in the future. These values are things that comes from the family. If children are not taught these values at home with their families, how will they ever fully learn and experience them? Obviously our nation's problems will not be fixed overnight. However, if we educate the future generations on how to properly act, with honesty and integrity, in certain situations, then this country will be able to grow and prosper. -Kari | ||
