Summary of El papel del ciudadano en el siglo XXI | Róman Revueltas | TEDxBarriodelEncino

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Róman Revueltas discusses the importance of citizens in 21st century society. He argues that without a strong sense of civic responsibility, society will be unable to function effectively. He also points out that although Mexicans have made great strides in terms of socioeconomic development, there is still a lack of social cohesion and solidarity. He urges the audience to become more engaged in their community and to question the value of values of civics and citizenship.

• 00:00:00 Róman Revueltas discusses the unique experience of being a Mexican citizen living in Aguascalientes, and how this has shaped his views on citizenship, values, and civic engagement. He believes that Aguascalientes is a very privileged city, due to the strong civic spirit that pervades it. He also talks about how this civic spirit is manifested in many ways, such as the orderly cityscape and the fact that pedestrians are always aware of their surroundings.
• 00:05:00 In his talk, Róman Revueltas discusses the importance of citizens in 21st century society. He argues that without a strong sense of civic responsibility, society will be unable to function effectively. He also points out that although Mexicans have made great strides in terms of socioeconomic development, there is still a lack of social cohesion and solidarity. He urges the audience to become more engaged in their community and to question the value of the values of civics and citizenship. Finally, Revueltas speaks about the impact of this lack of civic engagement on society as a whole, highlighting the problems Mexico faces such as high crime rates and corruption.
• 00:10:00 Róman Revueltas discusses the importance of citizens in 21st century society, discussing issues such as inequality, the need for citizens to have civic spirit, and the need for better citizens. He also points out that, despite Mexico's many challenges, the country has made progress in areas such as family, school, and church. He believes that, in order to make Mexico a better place, we need to focus on creating better citizens ourselves, by teaching children about the importance of democracy, reconciling with reality, and recognizing the good things Mexico has to offer.
• 00:15:00 In this Tedx talk, Róman Revueltas describes the importance of citizens being active and engaged in their society, and the need for citizens to be aware of their own rights and responsibilities. He goes on to discuss the importance of creating a society where the law is respected, and how this is often not the case in Mexico. He finishes the talk by suggesting ways in which individuals can promote these values in their personal and professional lives.