Introduction to Final Paper

In America we live in a society born from the Declaration of Independence that grants us our protected unalienable rights through the idea that “every citizen has the means to actively engage in public sphere, including political processes” (Civic Participation and Empowerment).  This means that, as Samaritans, we have the ability to express our own opinions and perspectives and uphold our civic duties (volunteering, voting, etc.). Except, as time changes, so has American society. With the constant struggle for equality (for LGBTQ, POC, and Women), the results of the most recent 2016 presidential election, and other headlining news reports, the importance in staying socially active is at an all-time high. Although it may seem like a daunting task when going against the grain of the public, we as a nation must continue to stick together and be socially involved  so that we can make a constructive difference within various communities to improve the basis of equality for everyone. 

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