Making Our Democracy Work: A Judge's View

Making Our Democracy Work: A Judge's View

by Fintan O'Toole

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4148 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	337 pages
Paperback	:	210 pages
Item Weight	:	10.7 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches

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Our democracy is in trouble. Voter turnout is declining, trust in government is low, and political polarization is at an all-time high. This is a serious problem, because democracy only works when citizens are engaged and informed.

There are a number of things that we can do to make our democracy work better. One is to increase civic education. We need to teach our children about the importance of democracy and how it works. We also need to provide opportunities for adults to learn about the issues facing our country and how they can get involved in the political process.

Another way to make our democracy work better is to increase voter turnout. We need to make it easier for people to register to vote and to cast their ballots. We also need to do a better job of educating voters about the candidates and the issues on the ballot.

Finally, we need to hold elected officials accountable. We need to make sure that our elected officials are listening to our concerns and representing our interests. We also need to hold them accountable for their actions.

Making our democracy work is a challenge, but it is one that we must meet. Our democracy is too important to let it fail. We must all work together to make sure that our democracy is strong and vibrant for generations to come.

Here are some specific things that you can do to make our democracy work better:

• Register to vote and vote in every election.
• Learn about the candidates and the issues on the ballot.
• Contact your elected officials and let them know your concerns.
• Support organizations that are working to make our democracy stronger.

By working together, we can make our democracy work for all of us.

Image caption: A group of people voting. Democracy is a government in which the supreme power is vested in the people and exercised by them directly or indirectly through a system of representation usually involving free elections.

Making Our Democracy Work: A Judge's View

by Fintan O'Toole

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4148 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	337 pages
Paperback	:	210 pages
Item Weight	:	10.7 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches

FREE