The Bill of Obligations

The Ten Habits of Good Citizens

The United States is the oldest representative democracy in the world. Do we take for granted that it will continue to endure? In Bill of Obligations, author Richard Haass shares his concern that the greatest threat to our democracy may not come from other countries or climate change. It may be us. If the great American experiment is to continue, then we as citizens will need to make some commitments to each other – obligations that complement our rights. From viewing compromise as a “win” rather than a “loss” to putting the country’s stability and future above our personal opinions, the author clearly articulates what we need to do as engaged citizens. He reminds us that our nation was founded on the ability to disagree with civility, mutual respect and a shared love for the democracy we hold dear, as imperfect as it may be. As an experienced civil servant who served under four presidents, both Republican and Democrat, his message is much needed in our times. This is a short and provocative must-read for one and all.

Author: Richard Haass
Year of Publishing: 2023
Number of Pages: 240

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Reviews

Rene Hendricks (verified owner) – November 5, 2023

Still eagerly awaiting arrival
mingomom (verified owner) – November 22, 2023

I truly enjoyed reading this book. I find titles like this one fascinating and inspiring as we could all benefit from reading a book such as this. This book pushes you to think deep and be a better version of oneself.
cdorrah (verified owner) – December 9, 2023

Interesting read about the ways we can fulfill our obligations as citizens of this country.
cdorrah (verified owner) – December 9, 2023

Interesting read! I appreciated this perspective.
Karen Tolley (verified owner) – December 14, 2023

The book is well written. Ideas clearly presented. Makes me think of President Kennedy’s statement: “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country.” I fear that we have been so focused on our rights that we forget, with those, there are responsibilities. This book clearly lays out suggestions for how to be a better, civic minded citizen.
Ninamont (verified owner) – January 6, 2024

Different than I thought it would be. But a good read.
millspjo (verified owner) – January 24, 2024

this book was as advertised. As other reviews note this has a good message for compromise and ideas of civics.
Aaron Wilder (verified owner) – March 11, 2024

What a wonderful read that every American needs to dive into.
Nicole Owens (verified owner) – March 14, 2024

Very thoughtful and bipartisan.
RUSSELL Elliott (verified owner) – March 20, 2024

I liked it.