American Nation

American Set of Values

America is one of leading nations across the world in various aspects. This situation has been brought about by various factors, which drive the agenda of the nation for its prosperity and integrity. Core values are adopted by America as a nation forms a significant ingredient in towards these achievements. American core values define the beliefs and values upheld by its citizens irrespective of the status, power and backgrounds. The set of cores values influences the way American people conduct themselves in everything they do. This paper discussion the American core values in to details.

The first core value upheld by America as a nation if people's liberty. In this case, people are not forced to undertake political and personal obligations. Therefore, people are not forced into things they believe are not right particularly if they such an action can cause harm to an individual or, others. Liberty in this case has been divided into three including political, personal, and economic freedoms. Persona freedom includes the freedom, which the government cannot invade or interview with at any given time (Bill & Halamandaris 2004). An individual is free to act according to his or her will without being forced. Citizens are allowed to think and talk about issues affecting their lives and for generations to come. Political freedom, allows citizens to participate in political processes including voting. Citizens are allowed to assemble and discuss political issues affecting them in open debates as long as it does not threaten national security, social order and enhances national integrity (Macionis 2005). Economic freedom is the other core values under the concept of liberty in America. In this case, an individual or a group is allowed to acquire, transfer, poses and dispose at their own convenient time and terms. Citizens are also allowed to seek legally recognized job opportunities and undertake economic activities with the legal framework of the nation.

America as a nation recognizes the need to have happy citizens for a healthy nation. As a result, the American core value recognizes the need to have its people have the freedom to pursue their own happiness. However, the extent of this happiness is limited to the fact that one should not undermine other people's happiness and rights in such for their own happiness.

The other core value for America is the concept of common good. Citizens are encouraged to undertake commitment and accept obligations for the benefit of other. The aim of this provision is to enhance welfare among members of the community and unity at all time. Service to others is upheld in both the private and public undertaking.

Americans have always been aware of the need for justice. It is clear to them that, where there is no justice there is no peace. Citizens are treated fairly irrespective of the status, income, gender and background. National benefits are distributed equally to reduce as much as possible the burden and challenges facing the society.