Quotes about Citizenship
Do not let anyone claim tribute of American patriotism if they even attempt to remove religion from politics.
— George Washington
It is the duty of every man to render to the Creator such homage...Before any man can be considered as a member of Civil Society, he must be considered as a subject of the Governor of the Universe.
— James Madison
Be your own master, and look at things as a man, as a human being, as a citizen, as a mortal creature.
— Marcus Aurelius
America is a nation of immigrants. And so the question is, how do we make legal immigration faster, less bureaucratic, cut the red tape?
— Barack Obama
I don't believe in God. My God is patriotism. Teach a man to be a good citizen and you have solved the problem of life.
— Andrew Carnegie
Every good citizen makes his country's honor his own, and cherishes it not only as precious but as sacred. He is willing to risk his life in its defense and its conscious that he gains protection while he gives it.
— Andrew Jackson
He serves his party best who serves his country best.
— Rutherford B. Hayes
In the 21st century, the countries that thrive will be the ones where citizens know their voices will be heard because the institutions are transparent.
— Joe Biden
I believe we have a responsibility, even if our job is to lead a nonprofit organization, as private citizens to be good citizens and to make our voices heard.
— Jerry Falwell, Jr.
To vote is like the payment of a debt, a duty never to be neglected, if its performance is possible.
— Rutherford B. Hayes
Democracy is not something you believe in or hang your hat on, but something you do. You participate. If you stop doing it, democracy crumbles and falls. If you participate, the future is yours.
— Abbie Hoffman
A man may be loyal to his government and yet oppose the particular principles and methods of administration.
— Abraham Lincoln