Understanding of US Ideals

How well do you believe the average American citizen understands US Ideals and how they are applied in government? Why does it matter?


I think the majority of American citizens don't understand US Ideals or they don't know what they are at all. For example, I did not completely understand until I did this blog entry. It is extremely important for every citizen of the United States to not only know what these are but for them to understand them. This matters because when people don't know what they are it is difficult for them to understand things that happen in our government.