How important are rights in society?

The well being of a nation or a society are citizens who are able to exercise their God-given rights. A "free" society is said to have a better sense of well being and present opportunities for all citizens. The power to elect policy making government officials, is a huge civil right that most open minded people will agree makes for a better society. So yes just for these reasons which lead to other benefits, civil "rights" are the essential ingredients of a prosperous society and cannot be over estimated.