America stands for so many great attributes, yet as American’s often we sit back under the name “American” and do nothing. Are we truly going to sit back with the couch-potato, lazy attitude when it comes to important things that matter in life? The government, Army, National Guard, Air Force, Navy, and anyone else left out cannot fight all of our battles.  It is our duty to make our voice, which is one of our greatest gifts, heard to make our nation the best that it can be. How do we do this? First consider what you choose to complain about. What matters truly do you take heart in and want to learn more, help more, and share with others? This is where lobbying comes in. Lobbying is very powerful. As an American, you have a duty to participate in true citizenry. You can learn more about lobbying and specific organizations through Open Secrets, or other online sources.

Take action. Learn about matters that do concern you and take ownership in solving some of these issues. If not you, then who? You can help spread the message to your local government, send letters to congressman, and sign petitions online. You can also search information that is pertinent to your concerns and share with others as well as ask for their support in signing petitions online. Gone are the days of knocking door-to-door to get the message out there. Utilize technology and don’t conform to the lazy potato-chip eating, TV watcher American.