Be a Good Citizen. Tips from Diplomat Richard Haass
Author and diplomat Richard Haass shares his quick “Haass Takes” on the 10 essential obligations of citizens that can help to heal a divided country and preserve American democracy.
American democracy is under threat. Do you have what it takes to be a good citizen? Join Preserving Democracy as we dig into the ten habits of good citizens in a new digital series, A Citizen’s Guide to Preserving Democracy. Explore real-life examples of Americans who are striving to build a healthier democracy and who embody the spirit of a more informed and engaged citizenry — one person at a time.
Based on “The Bill of Obligations: Ten Habits of Good Citizens,” by author and diplomat Dr. Richard Haass and the feature-length PBS documentary, A Citizen’s Guide to Preserving Democracy from The WNET Group’s Preserving Democracy initiative. Stream the full length documentary here.
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