By Study & By Faith
More Love, Less Contempt
Arthur C. Brooks teaches that the problem in today’s society isn't anger, but contempt. And contempt can only be solved with love.
The Necessity of Political Parties and the Importance of Compromise
Political parties are an important and necessary part of our democracy. Citizens and politicians need to be involved and learn to compromise effectively.
Citizenship
We can help hasten the Lord's work on the Earth by doing our duty as active and responsible citizens within our communities.
The Founding Fathers of 1787: Lessons in Political…
Richard R. Beeman discusses the most influential people from the Constitutional Convention and how their work contributed to the America we know today.
The Hard Work of Understanding the Constitution
Though understanding the Constitution can be complex, it is the responsibility of each citizen to read and analyze this document closely.
Citizenship, Research, Teaching: The BYU Way
In many universities, the priorities of research, citizenship, and teaching compete with one another. At BYU they should complement each other.
Go Out into the World
BYU graduates should live the principles of the gospel, be good citizens, and be examples as they go out into the world.
The Vanishing Voter and Other Challenges to Representative Democracy
David B. Magleby addresses the importance of participation in the election process and the problems for our democracy associated with the "vanishing voter."
Antidote for What Ails Us
Robert K. Goodwin, president and CEO of the Points of Light Foundation, asks all to join in the nationwide effort to get involved in service.
Accountable Citizenship
Agency is a great gift, so we sometimes struggle with duel sovereignty, but we can help and accept the government by being accountable citizens.
Democracy at Century’s End
University of Chicago's Jean Bethke Elshtain calls for greater social responsibility and civic engagement to preserve the democracy we cherish.
Responsibilites of Citizenship
The responsibilities of citizenship extend to all Latter-day Saints. We must do our part in "honoring, obeying, and sustaining the law."
Our Need for True Patriotism
In this 1993 Provo Freedom Festival fireside, Neal A. Maxwell calls for true patriotism: living so that we create a better country for future generations.
Elections: American Style
David B. Magleby shares interesting insights on the uniqueness, strengths, weaknesses, and trends of the American elections process.
The Constitution and the Restoration
President Lee unfolds the story and attributes of the U.S. Constitution and its significance for Latter-day Saints seeking to be good citizens.
The Constitution—A Heavenly Banner
The Constitution of the United States is divinely inspired. We ought to learn of it, to be grateful for it, and to defend it.
America—The Land of Promise
America is a land of opportunity. Be grateful for this land of promise. It has a rich history, and we can help it to have a bright future.
Patriotism Is of God
The founding of America was made a possibility by divine direction from above. May we proudly remember that patriotism is of God.
The American Challenge
The American challenge today is to win back and defend morality, freedom from excessive government control, and patriotism.
Participating Citizens
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Responsibilites of Citizenship
The responsibilities of citizenship are great, and we cannot neglect them. Be the kind of person that makes America a better place.
Protecting Political Freedom
As the central government's power ever increases, we must protect our political freedom and show that we will take a stand as members of the Church.
Raising the World to a Higher Plane of Morality
The morality of the world can be no greater than the goodness of its individuals. Use knowledge and God's guidance to make the world better.
