Look at the graphic from Citizenship.

Top: In 1961, President John F. Kennedy said, "And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country." He had a good point. Citizenship gives you a lot of rights, but it also requires some responsibilities. The country needs citizens to stay informed on issues, obey the laws, serve on juries in court trials, and pay taxes. Citizens have also been called upon to serve the country in times of war. Bottom: Citizens who don't follow the laws risk being fined or put in jail. Dodging taxes or jury duty are both crimes. A girl stands in front of a judge and jury and says, "But I don't want to pay taxes! And I'm too busy for jury duty." The judge says, "You're a citizen. You should have thought about that before you were born here."

What is a central idea of the excerpt?

Great leaders teach us how to be responsible citizens.
Responsible citizens may not always obey the rules.
Active citizenship requires responsible citizens.
Various laws outline a citizen’s responsibilities.