It would be far harder to replicate the state's civic DNA, which features traits that can be traced to its decade, beginning in 1836, as a stand-alone nation (independent, suspicious of Washington), the late-1800s cowboy era (self-reliant, fraternal) and the 20th-century introduction of oil and entrepreneurialism (pro-business, skeptical of government).
Stigmatizing a group of people with specific (genetic or behavioral) traits puts civic solidarity in danger.
Tom Wolfe's white suits stopped being eccentric in the mid-1970's mid-1970's from eventhey costume to identifying trait to civic asset before the 80's had begun.
Civics Standard 27- Understands how certain character traits enhance citizens' ability to fulfill personal and civic responsibilities.
Academic Content Standards: Grades 6-8 CivicStandardrd 27- Understands how certain character traits enhance citizens' ability to fulfill personal and civic responsibilities.
Benchmarks: Understands that not all competition is on the basis of price for identical products and that non-price competition includes style and quality differences, advertising, customer services, and credit policies Civics Standard 27- Understands how certain character traits enhance citizens' ability to fulfill personal and civic responsibilities.
Benchmarks: Understands how the institutions of government reflect fundamental values and principles; Understands the significance of fundamental values and principles for the individual and society Civics Standard 27- Understands how certain character traits enhance citizens' ability to fulfill personal and civic responsibilities.
Benchmarks: Understands the role of political parties; Knows the various kinds of elections; Understands the ways in which individuals can participate in political parties, campaigns, and elections (CTSS – 'social', '6-8'civ3'v3') Civics Standard 27- Understands how certain character traits enhance citizens' ability to fulfill personal and civic responsibilities.
Benchmarks: Understands the role of political parties; Knows the various kinds of elections; Understands the ways in which individuals can participate in political parties, campaigns, and elections Civics Standard 27- Understands how certain character traits enhance citizens' ability to fulfill personal and civic responsibilities.
Understands how certain character traits enhance citizens' ability to fulfill personal and civic responsibilities.
