Barack Quote by Rick Perlstein
“Black Fergusonians have shown that they will vote when they have something to vote for and know that their vote will count. Seventy-six percent of them turned out in November 2012, when Missouri was a key swing state for Barack Obama's reelection.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Deal and the Great Society by Rick Perlstein, 2010
When people feel their vote matters, turnout rises; engagement drives participation.
In simple terms: People vote when they feel heard.
Key Takeaway
Encourage voter efficacy.
Themes
civic engagement
political participation
empowerment
Mood
inspirational
hopeful
Type
motivational
political
When to use this quote
- elections
- community organizing
- policy impact
- grassroots movements
Key Concepts
voter turnout
social capital
Questions to Reflect On
- What barriers still prevent voting?
- How can communities sustain engagement?
A Different Perspective
Voter apathy can persist despite data.
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