“The price good men pay for indifference to public affairs is to be ruled by evil men”
— Plato
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When good people don't care about what's happening in the world around them, bad people end up making the decisions. Imagine a neighborhood where no one goes to community meetings. If only the troublemakers show up, they will make all the rules. For example, if good citizens don't vote or stay informed about important issues, dishonest leaders might get into power. This can lead to problems for everyone because those in charge won't have everyone's best interests at heart. To avoid this, it's important for good people to be involved and take action so that better decisions are made for everyone. Don't ignore what's happening around you; get involved to make sure that the right people are leading.
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