Yet, not all cultures see individualistic values as paramount. Cultures that focus on communal or societal needs over the needs of the individual are communalistic societies. In this section, we will compare individualist vs. communitarian perspectives. Remember, as you reflect on individualism vs. communitarianism, that in a pluralistic culture, people from different ethnicities, religious backgrounds, and regions of the country may hold values that run counter to the dominant cultural perspective of a country. REQUIRED RESOURCES Please read or view the following: What Is Communitarianism? Definition and Main Theorists, ThoughtCo, Longley Individualism: A Deeply American Philosophy, Foundation for Economic Education, Carroll, Sanchez ASSIGNMENT INFORMATION Respond to the following: Explain the differences between communitarian and individualist perspectives and how each views individual roles, rights, and responsibilities in society. Which perspective (individualism or communitarian) do you most identify with and why? (Use your critical thinking skills to weigh the pros and cons of each, then make your decision and defend it.) How does your cultural perspective relate to what you see as the appropriate role of government, and why? Your assignment should be between 275 and 400 words and incorporate the 2+1 Rule: Remember to use a minimum of two assigned readings from the current week and one from any previous week. Always complete the Application Assignment before doing the Reflection Assignment. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS & RUBRIC You must cite your source material for assignments and activities. Your sources should be documented using APA documentation style (see APA Style Overview).