“Our American dream is under siege because our government has been hijacked by special interests and used as a weapon against common citizens. The people must be sovereign.”
— Barack Obama
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Some people believe their hopes and goals in life are being threatened because a few powerful groups have taken control of the government. These groups use this power to benefit themselves, often hurting ordinary people in the process. Imagine a town where a few wealthy business owners convince the mayor to pass laws that make it harder for everyone else to start their own business. This would make it unfair for regular folks who just want a fair chance to succeed. The idea is that citizens should have the ultimate authority, not a select few. To make sure this happens, people need to get involved in their communities, vote wisely, and hold leaders accountable.
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