Quotes about Citizenship
Sitting at the table doesn't make you a diner. You must be eating some of what's on that plate. Being here in America doesn't make you an American. Being born here in America doesn't make you an American.
- Malcolm X
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
My father was desperately trying to be a legal contributor to this society.
- Diane Guerrero
I don't want to talk politics, but what I do say is I believe in rules and laws, and if you come to this country, you've got to abide by the rules here.
- Mo Farah
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.