The Common

Good &

Democracy

What is the Common Good and where did it originate?

The Common Good--otherwise called the "public interest" or "public good"--is acting in the interest of all. To hear more about the history of the Common Good, check out this 60-second civics podcast from Center for Civic Education:

What does it mean to be committed to the Common Good?

Citizens honoring the commitment to the Common Good can come in a vast array of examples, such as volunteering, paying taxes for public goods, supporting a just and legal political system, and more. To hear more about the Common Good, listen to this 60-second civics podcast from the Center for Civic Education: