Political prudence
Other names:
Citizenship, a sense of social responsibility, loyalty and teamwork. It means identification with and obligation towards the common good (CSV).
Definition:
Prudence with respect to being a good citizen; "the prudence of subjects with respect to fulfilling their role as subjects within a political community, with the common good as its chief end. Such prudence thus applies to the political actions of subjects" (Freddoso)
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Empirical Research:
Studies show that citizenship is linked to higher levels of trust in others and a more positive view of human nature (Staub, 1978). Involvement with groups that focus on acts of charity or community service in particular may foster especially strong bonds of social trust (Stolle, 1988; Uslaner, 2002).
Alexis de Tocqueville described local community organizations as "schools of democracy." Modern studies lend some support to this view, especially in the case of youth organizations. Involvement in extra-curricular activities and in courses including discussions or current events is often a predictor of civic engagement in adulthood (Verba et al., 1995). Some studies show that mandated community service for juvenile offenders is more effective than detention at decreasing the likelihood of arrest later in life (Uggen & Janikula, 1999).
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Alexis de Tocqueville described local community organizations as "schools of democracy." Modern studies lend some support to this view, especially in the case of youth organizations. Involvement in extra-curricular activities and in courses including discussions or current events is often a predictor of civic engagement in adulthood (Verba et al., 1995). Some studies show that mandated community service for juvenile offenders is more effective than detention at decreasing the likelihood of arrest later in life (Uggen & Janikula, 1999).
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