Title: Ten Reasons Why We Should Pay Attention to Local Politics – US Represented
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Content: Participation in local politics can prevent tyranny. In America, we believe in democracy and representative republic. This is because, at the local level, true democracy is possible and perfectly doable. If we don’t participate, democracy inevitably turns into tyranny. The People ultimately rule any democracy, and together, we can work to create communities where finding common ground isn’t all that uncommon. 4. If and when your local system is hijacked by those who are considerably richer than average citizens, your local government’s charter is written with safeguards to allow the People to change the laws, rules, and even the functions of government simply by exercising your right to petition, right to vote, and right to freedom of speech. 5. Local politics and local issues often set the precedent for political moves on the state and national level. If you’re concerned about a specific issue, chances are others in your state and the nation are feeling the same way.