S5E9: Staying Informed: A Civic Duty

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Generally American (A Journey in American English)

Christopher M. Chandler, Kris Schauer

105 episodes

1 week ago

Hello, Hola, Guten Tag, Bonjour, こんにちは ! Welcome everyone, this is a podcast for those wanting to learn about U.S. culture through Standard American English, also known as General American. We talk about various different topics related to the U.S. and the U.S.'s relations with other countries. My co-host and I would like to think of this as more of a journey because you never know where it’ll take us. Plus, since the journey’s more important than the end or the start, we hope that you’ll be willing to join us! Let’s see where it takes us!

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S5E9: Staying Informed: A Civic Duty

Generally American (A Journey in American English)

49 minutes

1 year ago

S5E9: Staying Informed: A Civic Duty

Summary
In this episode, Kris and I discuss the concept of civic duty and its various aspects. We touch on topics such as jury duty, paying taxes, staying informed, and the role of the military. We also explore the differences between the US and Germany in terms of civic duties and the cultural attitudes towards them.

Takeaways

Civic duty encompasses various responsibilities such as jury duty, paying taxes, and staying informed.
The US and Germany have different approaches to civic duties, with the US emphasizing individual participation and Germany focusing on collective decision-making.
Support for the military is often seen as a civic duty in the US, while attitudes towards the military vary in different parts of the country.
Respecting the commitment and sacrifice of military personnel does not necessarily mean agreeing with all military actions.
Active participation in civic duties is essential for maintaining a functioning society and contributing to the well-being of the community.

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