Action Quote by Randal Marlin

An informed citizenry is at the heart of a dynamic democracy.

— Thomas Jefferson

New possibilities for a more active democracy are beginning to emerge in the information age. Effective citizen action is possible if citizens develop the…

— Harry Boyte

Access to legitimate information and thoughtful analysis is the lifeblood of a democracy, the basis of which people make decisions about who they vote…

— Christie Hefner

Citizens want not just input but influence.

— Deborah Reyher

As we work to secure our data and communications from hackers, we must recognize that our citizens face a far broader array of threats.

— William Barr

“It is perhaps the most important civic duty of every citizen to inform themselves about the issues of the day and cast educated votes…

— Ben Carson

I believe that when you provide information to people, they become less fearful and they will engage more in their democracy if they are…

— Michael Moore

The better-informed we are, the more we can do to make sure what's happening is in our interests and is accountable to us.

— Rebecca MacKinnon

History shows that the mere existence of a mass surveillance apparatus, regardless of how it is used, is in itself sufficient to stifle dissent.…

— Glenn Greenwald

I would urge that we all use a little bit of caution in dealing with an issue that is so vital to our national…

— Theodore Stevens

It turns out we are all quite easily swayed if someone knows what they are doing - which is a great thing and a…

— Anthony McCarten

Only an alert and knowledgeable citizenry can complel the proper meshing of the huge industrial and military machinery of defense with our peaceful methods…

— Dwight D. Eisenhower