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    What is American Citizenship? Some people would argue that our idea of citizenship is what separates our country from the rest and makes us better than any country before. The first ten amendments of The Constitution, also known as the bill of rights, lays out basic rights for the citizens of America. This includes the freedom of speech, and the right to a fair and speedy trial. However, these rights also come with some responsibilities. Some are voluntary like participating in the democratic process

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    “The Truth is great evil has been done,” Kevin Rudd apologising for the Stolen Generations in 2009 was a huge turning point and an opportunity to change how the Australian National Identity is portrayed in the media. BY GEMMA MCCLINTOCK T he influence of multiculturalism on the Australian national identity is frequently being questioned in the media. Audiences are left questioning whether we as a nation truly do embrace every culture who steps through our doors. Multiculturalism is a vital aspect

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    Nationalism is the strong belief that the interests of a particular nation-state is of primary importance. It also is the belief that a people who share a common language, history, and culture should have an independent nation. Nationalism is shown in many ways throughout World War I, the Interwar Years, and World War II. It is shown in nationalists groups such as the KMT, through new ideas such as Nazism or Fascism, and during events that happen during wars and revolutions, such as the Salt March

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    The spirit of being an Australian I am, you are, we are Australian. Australians. Hmm. What are we as Australians? What is our identity as Australians? Well, ask anyone around the world we are known for many things. Especially our sense of humour, wide open space beaches, Great Barrier Reef, and the outback. Oh. Wait. I can’t forget the Vegemite. However, these aren’t the only reasons we are known for. As Australians, we are known for our cultural background, typical Australian lifestyle such as

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    Masters in Design SDES9211 Culture and Identity ASSESSMENT TASK II By Shrestha z5089685 Lecturer Mark Ian Jones ___________________________________________________________________________________ EXAMINING NATIONAL IDENTITY Research Question: How do sociological and psychological needs affect form, national identity, and concept in the contemporary world? What is the importance of cultural identity? And why is it important? These are a few question I would answer in the following study. The objective

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    Nowadays, dual citizenship is a hot point new around the world. A number of people prefer to hold dual citizenship, but a lot of countries are confused to accept dual citizens or not because it will lead to different kind of issues such as tax evasion, escaping military service, posing threat to national security and lacking of nationalism. As far as I am concerned, people should hold citizenship in more than one country because it is convenient for people who work or travel in other countries, it

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    Diversity and the American National Identity Greed is good, get get get, I want what you have, don't touch mine." This is what a friend of mine said when I asked for his conception of the American national identity is.1 Although this statement seems informal and absurd, it accurately reflects the dog-eat-dog world many people believe to be the American capitalist culture.2 Whether my friend said this with the intent of comic relief is inconsequential. Whether he knew it, the informant reflects

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    Dual citizenship refers to an individual who is recognised as a national in two countries concurrently (U.S. Department of State). It exists when one applies for citizenship in a country other than the one they were born in. There has been much controversy shrouding the topic because some feel that restricting dual citizenship violates human rights, while others see it as something that would potentially dilute national identity. However, Singapore has taken a firm stand, and opposed such laws. This

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    4) Criticisms on Porter’s Theory There have been many different reactions towards Porter’s theory on how nations ought to compete. Some responses were validated while others rebutted his theory. Firstly, the positive response will be discussed before focusing on the criticisms of Porter’s theory. Oz (2002) implemented Porter’s Diamond model to analyse the competitive advantage of five Turkish industries and the outcome was favourable and thus validated Porter’s theory. For example, the uncompetitive

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    Is it the bush, kangaroos and the red sand? Or is the scorching sun, beach and sunscreen? These images are often used to describe Australia but what about the Australian identity? Throughout the various stages of Australian history, Australians have attempted to grab onto an identity that makes them unique and able to bond with another fellow Australian. This has not always been easy, given the diversity that has grown over the centuries and the definition of the true Australian identity has changed

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