Introduction:
Becoming a good citizen is not just a legal obligation; it’s a moral responsibility that shapes the fabric of society. Throughout history, thinkers, leaders, and ordinary individuals have contemplated what it means to be a good citizen and have shared their insights through words that resonate across generations. From philosophers to activists, these voices offer guidance, inspiration, and a reminder of the values that underpin a thriving community.
In this collection of good citizen quotes, we delve into the wisdom of those who have pondered the essence of citizenship. Their words serve as beacons, illuminating the path towards a more just, compassionate, and harmonious society. Whether you’re seeking a spark of motivation, a moment of reflection, or simply a dose of inspiration, these quotes encapsulate the essence of what it means to be a good citizen. Scroll down to explore the timeless wisdom of these luminaries and let their words inspire you to embody the virtues of citizenship in your own life.
I don’t want to run for governor, but I don’t think anyone should put public service out of the question because that’s not what a good citizen does. Warren Beatty
When I think about voting, I can skip it and still see myself as a good citizen. But when I think about being a voter, now the choice reflects on my character. It casts a shadow. Adam Grant
So, being a good man is not an exam or a qualification, it changes, and it incorporates being a good friend, a good father, a good employee, a good boss, a good neighbour and a good citizen. A. A. Gill
God help anyone who disobeys my recycling system. I have all the separated bins. I’m very adamant about it because I try to be a good citizen of the world, I really do. I even use eco-friendly cleaning products, but sometimes you just have to break open the disinfectant. Some jobs require it. Linda Evangelista
I think it’s easier than ever to hear only what you want to hear. That doesn’t make a good citizen. Eli Pariser
To be a good citizen, it’s important to be able to put yourself in other people’s shoes and see the big picture. If everything you see is rooted in your own identity, that becomes difficult or impossible. Eli Pariser
What makes you a good citizen makes you a good Christian… Obey the law of your land by not crossing the borders of your nation with Ebola virus. T. B. Joshua
The first requisite of a good citizen in this republic of ours is that he shall be able and willing to pull his own weight. Theodore Roosevelt
I had a simple goal in life: to be true to my parents and our country as an honorable son, a caring brother, and a good citizen. Benigno Aquino III
I’m not the All-Star point guard that everybody’s dreaming about right now. I’m not that. I wish I was, but I’m a work in progress and I’m not scared to admit that. But what I am is a good citizen and a guy who’s not scared to put his neck on the line for his community or for his state. And I’m always going to do that. George Hill
My father spent all those years building his brand. I happen to be his namesake, and I also happen to be the president of the largest Christian university. I think I have a responsibility to be a good citizen. The least I can do is to lend my name and whatever influence I have to make a difference politically. Jerry Falwell, Jr.
The reason that a good citizen does not use such destructive means to become wealthier is that, if everyone did so, we would all become poorer from the mutual destructiveness. Richard Stallman
Every good citizen makes his country’s honor his own, and cherishes it not only as precious but as sacred. He is willing to risk his life in its defense and is conscious that he gains protection while he gives it. Andrew Jackson
I am here, a citizen of this country, and I’m saying, ‘Hey, the system failed me. I am a good citizen. I contribute to this country, and here I am sharing my story. What are you going to do now?’ Diane Guerrero
Britain rightly sees herself as a global good citizen, but she must reconcile ambition with power, ends with means – shedding utopian idealism in favour of a more rugged internationalism, putting the national interest first, not last. Dominic Raab
Britain has always been a good citizen in the world. We rightly provide a safe haven for people fleeing political persecution by brutal regimes. Our legal system is often seen as a beacon for the rest of the world, with people coming from all over to study it and embed its principles into their own systems. Chris Grayling
I am a legal immigrant whose parents went from Russia to China to Chile to finally reach the United States and thereby give me a chance to have a better life. I served six years in the U.S. Army Reserve, went to college, have a successful career and have dedicated my life to being a good citizen. Mike Medavoy
I think most of us are raised with preconceived notions of the choices we’re supposed to make. We waste so much time making decisions based on someone else’s idea of our happiness – what will make you a good citizen or a good wife or daughter or actress. Nobody says, ‘Just be happy – go be a cobbler or go live with goats.’ Sandra Bullock
Every good citizen adds to the strength of a nation. Gordon B. Hinckley
And let me tell you, you boys of America, that there is no higher inspiration to any man to be a good man, a good citizen, and a good son, brother, or father, than the knowledge that you come from honest blood. John Sergeant Wise
I have a feeling that I make a very good friend, and I’m a good mother, and a good sister, and a good citizen. I am involved in life itself – all of it. And I have a lot of energy and a lot of nerve. Maya Angelou