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“Dishonesty in government is the business of every citizen. It is not enough to do your own job. There's no particular virtue in that. Democracy isn't a gift. It's a responsibility.” quote by Dalton Trumbo
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“Dishonesty in government is the business of every citizen. It is not enough to do your own job. There's no particular virtue in that. Democracy isn't a gift. It's a responsibility.”

Dalton Trumbo

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Source Speech: Political Commentary, 1960s

Citizens must actively monitor and challenge governmental dishonesty; passive compliance is insufficient for a healthy democracy.

In simple terms: People must hold government accountable.

Key Takeaway

Engage civically and demand transparency.

Themes

civic duty government integrity

Mood

concerned motivated

Type

political activist

When to use this quote

  • voting
  • community meetings
  • whistleblowing
  • public debates

Key Concepts

political science ethics activism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can you take to promote honesty in your community?
  • How does civic engagement protect democracy?
A Different Perspective

Changing a system requires collective effort, not just individual action.

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