It is simply a matter of respect. Imagine the difference in perception of what it means to be a citizen if the term were commonplace in the media. Materialism is not a true value of the culture and should not be reinforced. Citizens do more than buy products. The word citizen implies both right and responsibility.
Citizenship is an active process.
I proudly accept the rights and responsibilities of being a citizen. Please do your part to encourage respect for all citizens through the media. The list that follows contains e-mail addresses for mainstream media editors. Most of the major news organizations have elaborate feedback selections on their web sites which provide the e-mail addresses for specific news shows, etc. Should any of these organizations grant our request and begin addressing us as citizens, we will gladly call attention to the fact on this web page.