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CIVICS AND CITIZENSHIP - Coggle Diagram
DEMOCRACY
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Citizens over 18 are required to vote in state and federal elections. It is optional to vote in local elections
DEMOCRATIC VALUES
Respect - treating others with consideration and valuing their views, beliefs and rights
Equality - rights and privileges for everyone without discrimination based on gender, race, religion, age or level of education. All people have the right to the same opportunities.
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FREEDOMS
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Freedom of speech - allows a person to actively participate in democracy by voicing their opinions publicly within the boundaries of the law
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Freedom of movement - to be able to move freely between states or regions within their own country. The right to leave the country or re-enter without interference from the government
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Civil law - deals with disputes between people and companies usually involving compensation. It is not dealt with by the police
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LAWS
Laws protect our general safety and our rights as citizens against abuse by other people, companies and the government .
VALUES - are the beliefs, ideals and behaviours that we consider important.