"La apatía pública es más poderosa que la opinión pública. Hay más de ella."
— Ralph Nader
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Sometimes, people not caring about something can have a bigger impact than what they actually think about it. For example, if there's a town meeting about building a new park, and most people don't show up because they don't care either way, then the few people who do show up can easily influence the decision. This shows that when enough people are indifferent or uninterested, things can happen without much resistance. To apply this to your life, remember that staying quiet or not getting involved can let things happen that you might not like. So, if something important is going on, it's worth paying attention and voicing your thoughts. Otherwise, decisions might get made with only a few people’s opinions.
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