“One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors”
— Chinua Achebe
Simplified Meaning:
If you choose not to get involved in politics, you're letting other people make decisions for you—even if they aren't as good at it as you might be. Imagine you're on a sports team, and you let someone who doesn't know the game very well choose who plays in which position. The team might end up losing because their choices weren't the best. In real life, if you don't vote or voice your opinions about how things should be run, someone else will make those choices, and their decisions might not be in your best interest or well thought out. By taking part, you ensure that your voice is heard and that you have a say in the rules and leaders that guide your life. So, get involved, so you do not end up with less capable people making critical decisions for you.
