I'm not a behavioral sociologist, but I do know, as we all do, that our representative democracy depends on the citizenry being represented. And When the citizenry does not participate, they are not represented and less likely to receive services that only, only government can deliver. and should deliver again efficiently and effectively. And when that breaks down and things, as the governor would say, don't get done, it is important that government gets things done … (09:24–09:36)
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Asserts that non-participation in democracy leads to lack of representation and reduced access to government services.
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