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    This unit discusses how politics and active citizenship shape one's political self. It explains that as social beings, people are naturally inclined to participate in politics to satisfy social needs. Active citizenship refers to engaging with political processes through both formal and informal participation. During times of crisis like the pandemic, people's values are demonstrated through their positions on issues affecting their lives, revealing their political self.

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    MODULE 2

    UNIT 4: THE POLITICAL SELF


    In this unit, we will discuss the nature of politics, elements of active citizenship, and
    how they shape one’s political self. It details how one can become actively involved in
    political and communal affairs, and how they are significant to the shaping of the self.

    POLITICS, CITIZENSHIP AND THE SELF

    · As members of the society, people are naturally obligated to


    participate in a political system as social citizens. Politics refers to the
    actions or activities concerned with achieving and using power in a
    nation or society. It is also defined as the ways that power is shared in an
    organization and the ways it is affected by personal relationships
    between people who work together.
    · As Aristotle stated, “man is, by nature, a political animal.” This is because
    man is a social being and that people naturally drawn to various political
    involvements in order to satisfy their social needs.

    Here are some facts about “Politics”. Read and understand each of them.

    Politics as imbibed by man implies several things:


    · Politics is concerned with power. Power inequalities can be observed
    within societies. The one who holds power holds influence.
    · Politics functions based on a particular social economic and cultural
    context. The nature of politics and political systems is dependent on the
    culture of the state. Political claims made by advocates are influenced
    by their geographical location and ideology.
    · The political is also personal. One’s personal choices reflect his/her
    personal politics; both are indistinguishable.
    · Politics goes hand in hand with the society. Politics pervades the
    structure of society, and thus influences inhabitants in their beliefs, ethics,
    and behavior.
    · However, the political self is not only shaped by one’s political affiliation
    or beliefs. One’s sense of accountability should be manifested in
    promoting certain advocacies through healthy political engagement.
    This is aligned with the concept of active citizenship.

    Are you now more aware of your Political Self? Let’s learn more about it.

    ACTIVE CITIZENSHIP
    · Active citizenship refers to the structured forms of engagement with
    political processes and everyday forms of participation in society. It is also
    defined as the process of sharing decisions which affect one’s life and
    the life of a community in which one lives. Participation is the
    fundamental right of citizenship.
    · Active citizenship is anchored on one’s cognitive and behavioral
    engagement to participate in formal and informal political activities.
    Different people manifest different levels of active citizenship; some they
    take a more active approach in making their voices heard.
    · Active citizenship is a practice of democracy. Democracy should not
    only be thought of as a form of government. It is a communal system that
    allows volitional freedom of citizens to make informed choices that allow
    them to be heard.
    · Active citizenship is a social construct. It fosters social relatedness and
    belongingness.
    · The most important goal of active citizenship is to instill change and
    influence society at large.
    · Active citizenship is also associated with the “sense of community.”
    People, including adolescents, participate in communal activities
    because it gives a sense of belonging in a particular group. Active
    citizenship may facilitate ethnic pride and provide a voice to the woes of
    their social group.
    · For the younger generation, active citizenship can contribute to their
    social development. Engaging in such activities can also enhance
    efficacy and competence of the younger generation, as they are
    considered to be the “future leaders” of the society. The participation of
    the youth in nation-building activities enhances their value orientation
    and fosters integrity, compassion, and the sense of justice, which are
    crucial to the holistic development of a citizen of a nation.
    · Active citizenship helps an individual embrace their individuality through
    the choices they make and the behavior they manifest. The political self is
    a result of various personal and environmental factors that impact the
    individual. The participation of the youth in political discourse and social
    activities can result in cultural and political paradigm shifts that may be
    felt even by future generations.
    During the Enhanced Community Quarantine period, as a result of the
    Covid-19 pandemic, so many social, economic, and political issues filled the
    local and international news. Many people were affected by the pandemic,
    losing jobs and businesses, the lack of basic services, and, to a certain extent,
    suppression of basic human rights. You probably experienced any one of
    these and you might have started to take a position on these issues.

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    As the pandemic worsens, people become even more involved in the
    issues. In fact, they might have started to raise their voice through many
    ways. The social media is the most accessible and practical form for people
    to express their stand on these issues. How did you express your position on
    the issues that have affected you?

    Such positions are inherent among all people because we put


    importance to our own values. We will certainly defend our positions because
    these are based on our values that we hold dear. These values are dear to us
    because they could have been passed on from our elders and which we will
    be passing on to the future generations.

    We have a set of values that we learn from our interactions with our
    families and the society we live in. We use these values to understand and
    rationalize the various issues that affect us. In so doing, we get to demonstrate
    our Political Self.

    References:

    Chafee, J. (2013) Who are you? Consciousness, Identity and the Self. In the Philosopher's
    Way: Thinking Critically about Profound Ideas. Pearson. 106 — 169.
    Diokno, MS (1997). Becoming a Filipino Citizen. In Perspectives on Citizenship and
    Democracy. UP Third World Studies Center. 17 — 38 (For the topic, Unpacking the Self -
    The Political Self)
    Neudorf, A. Smets, K. Political Socialization and the Making of Citizens
    https://www.oxfordhandbooks.com 2017
    Salvacion, V., Quillope, A., Tunac R., and Borja, E. (2018). Understanding the Self. Nieme
    Publishing House Co. Ltd., Rm. 413 Villasi Mansion, N. Domingo St., Brgy. Kunlaran,
    Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines.
    Ziatcita, F. (1997). Barriers and Bridges to a Democratic Culture. In Perspectives on
    Citizenship and Democracy. UP TWSC. 39 — 68 (For the topic, Unpacking the Self -
    The
    Political Self)
    https://utsged101portfolio.wordpress.com/section-1-the-political-selfdeveloping-active-
    citizenship/

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