Citizenship in a Global Age

The idea of "global citizenship" is old as Athens. But, to this day, it remains a political ideal, not a practical reality. The "world" does not issue you a passport or guarantee you rights. Yet, the values implied by global citizenship - broad awareness, intelligent engagement - have become more compelling than ever. In the final lecture of the Thompson Forum's 20th Anniversary season, Colin G. Campbell will discuss citizenship and its history, the development of American citizenship and the challenges (and potential) of citizenship in the era of globalization.

Colin G. Campbell is Chairman and President of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation which, in 2007, convened the World Forum on the Future of Democracy. Since then, the Foundation has used both technology and face-to-face contact to engage thousands of people worldwide in a conversation about the roles, responsibilities and rights of citizens in a democracy.

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[wakinglife100]

@GlobalDemocracyNews Rights come from God and not from Government. Government has gone crazy. We are supposed to tell Government what to do but today the reality is that we work for them and they tax and fine us into slavery. Our rights are to say no to government outside the ONE party system. The wealthy elite can control the economy, the media and the information we get and are the secret rulers.

[GlobalDemocracyNews]

Are you aware of the UNPA campaign for a citizens representation at the UN?

unpacampaign . org