Calendars Quote by Regina Brett
“It's rare to find someone excited over jury duty. If they're out there, I've never met them. Not a one. When the summons for jury duty arrives in the mail, how many people scream, 'Yes!' and run to clear the calendar? None. Our first and only reaction is, 'Oh, no,' quickly followed by, 'How can I get out of this?'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Atlantic, “The Unenthusiastic Juror”, 2015
People avoid jury duty, seeing it as inconvenience rather than civic duty.
In simple terms: People avoid jury duty.
Key Takeaway
Find ways to make civic duties appealing.
Themes
civic duty
avoidance
public service
motivation
Mood
skeptical
humorous
Type
social
motivational
When to use this quote
- court summons
- community involvement
- education campaigns
- policy design
Key Concepts
psychology of responsibility
social obligation
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives could increase jury duty enthusiasm?
- How does civic education change perception?
A Different Perspective
Legal obligations can be perceived as burdens, reducing participation.
