Based on your understanding of citizenship, create a new definition of citizenship for contemporary American society. What is an American citizen, in your opinion? Give examples to support your definition. Your definition should be at least 150 words.

Unfortunately, it is asking for your opinion (: not mine. everyone's is different. But mine is someone who is hard working, pays their taxes and wants to be here. They should have basic knowledge of history and politics. Should be patriotic, however, this would disqualify about 20% of all American citizens. This is all opinions (: What are yours?