America
...of freedom is a main focal point in my view of America. It plays such a large role in not only my life but the lives of every other American. Natural born rights and the freedom to live in the "pursuit of happiness" is another topic which stands out from the rest. There are so many different options of friends, employment, and culture presented to every American. Most of all, however, I tend to first think of religion and the different organizations connected to each religion. For every scandal seen or heard on the news, there are multiple freedoms or values in which every American, including myself, can be proud.
Only a few years ago, I received the opportunity to be an intern for the Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox. This was an extremely rewarding and helpful internship. I, wanting to be a politician and lawyer in the future, learned many resourceful qualities and tactics. I was given the chance to take part in the political system and do my part to help every citizen carry out the right to vote. I was unbelievably honored to be a part of the democratic system set up by my Founding Fathers. As I participated in a rally to re-elect Mike Cox as Attorney General, I was awed at how much this political system I live in means to so many. I walked in seeing people of all different ages wearing pins and buttons telling to re-elect Mike Cox. The pride I felt was unrealistic. Every single person there had a central purpose shared with one another. For the first time, I felt like I made a difference in the political process. Democracy was at its finest. I gathered with a large group of people with a common goal. I was living the First Amendment as I used my right to assembly along with my right to freedom of speech.
My natural born rights are very important to me. I hear the phrase "pursuit of happiness" and think of my grandparents moving here...
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