Rights vs. Responsibilities Rights vs. Responsibilities Individual rights have always been important in this country.
Responsibility is the all-essential partner to the exercise of one's individual rights.
Just as mortar binds together the bricks of a building, responsibility must serve as the adhesive that supports a free society which, in turn, protects one's individual rights. It is always equally about responsibility. Our nation is built on the principle of accountability and responsibility under our laws. A responsible citizen, therefore, is entitled to all of the rights given to him under the law. An irresponsible citizen, however, who thwarts our laws may, in turn, experience a loss of some or even most of his freedoms.