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“The government can give citizens opportunity and it's their responsibility to take advantage of it.” quote by Michael Mandelbaum
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“The government can give citizens opportunity and it's their responsibility to take advantage of it.”

Michael Mandelbaum

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Source Speech: Public Policy Address, Michael Mandelbaum, 2015

Citizens should recognize opportunities provided by government and actively use them for personal and societal benefit.

In simple terms: Take advantage of government-given chances.

Key Takeaway

Act on available opportunities.

Themes

responsibility opportunity citizenship

Mood

optimistic determined

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • employment
  • healthcare
  • civic engagement

Key Concepts

public policy individual agency

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you maximize current resources?
  • What barriers prevent others from using them?
A Different Perspective

Opportunities may be unevenly distributed, limiting fairness.

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