Revised Blog: (2nd Draft)
To insure our way of life, we must teach our way of life. We teach in schools. America’s schools are where children go and learn. They become enlightened in subjects ranging from mathematics, biology, world history, etc. But a key element is missing from our school systems: the teaching of our form of government; the teaching of Democracy. If we are to anticipate our children to live in a democratic fashion, we must show them what is expected of them. We must instill the beliefs of this way of life. Parker (2005) states, “Democratic ways of living together, with the people’s differences intact and recognized, are not given by nature; they are created.” We must realize that democracy does not come natural to humans. If we look back to when cavemen roamed the earth, our population was less than a quarter of what it is today. Because of this, cavemen were allowed to live in seclusion and not have to worry about anyone else. In this great nation, it is impossible to live like a caveman. America’s citizens must work in unison for this country to move forward. Because of this, democracy is something that must be introduced and molded into our minds. We must use the school systems to achieve this.
To introduce the ideals of a democratic government to our children at an early age is essential. Once this is done, we will see that as generations pass it will become undeniable for the American population to see why it is important to live in a country where all people are equal, and everyone’s voice is heard. Parker (2003) supports this by stating, “When aimed at democratic ends and supported by the proper democratic conditions, the interaction in schools can help children enter the social consciousness of puberty and develop the habits of thinking and caring necessary for public life.” When we achieve something of this feat there will be no room in American society for selfish and idiotic mentality. Democracy will be something that is second nature for our children and those who follow. The result will be a nation that understands the importance of succeeding as a whole, and one who realizes that democracy is the best and only way in which to live.
1 comment:
Very well put, compact, and to the point. I agree that if we can instill this notion of democracy at a young age it will just snow ball as the children grow, and between generations. That's something I didn't touch on in my writing, but i definetly agree with.
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