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When I was a youngster, I and people like us, who are…

“When I was a youngster, I and people like us, who are educated and progressive-minded, did not take interest in politics. But then I realised that half of the parliament is being run by politicians with criminal records.” quote by Andrea Jeremiah
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“When I was a youngster, I and people like us, who are educated and progressive-minded, did not take interest in politics. But then I realised that half of the parliament is being run by politicians with criminal records.”

Andrea Jeremiah

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Youth often disengage until confronting corruption in governance.

In simple terms: Young people ignore politics until they see corruption.

Key Takeaway

Engage informed youth.

Themes

politics corruption civic duty

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

civic educational

When to use this quote

  • voting drives
  • community forums
  • education programs

Key Concepts

ethical leadership public accountability political apathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What motivates political involvement?
  • How can transparency be increased?
A Different Perspective

Changing entrenched political culture is challenging.

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