State and Local Public Policy

In order for individuals to be actively involved in government, they must stay informed on the issues facing society, and communicate their opinions by voting, petitioning the government, or running for office, among other ways.  If individuals did not pay attention to the issues and stopped communicating their opinions, what would be the result?  How would the government be affected by a lack of interest and lack of action from its citizens?

Think about these questions and post your responses in the discussion area.  Be sure to return to the topic several times over the next few days to read your coursemates’ posts.  Reply to at least two of them, making sure to ask questions and encourage further conversation.