13. Why are the ideals of equality, privacy, individualism and democracy so important in the United States? What makes the U.S. different from other countries?
a. These ideals have been established in the United States through acts of legislation-citizens who ignore them are committing crimes.
b. Civil war, union activism, and peaceful protests have kept these ideals on the forefront of U.S. policies and politics.
c. The United States has a very diverse population-commitment to these ideals is needed to maintain harmony among groups.
d. The various religious groups in America have worked together to establish and maintain structures guided by these ideals.