What is the reason for the citizens to have a responsibility to participate in matters of the government?

What is the reason for the citizens to have a responsibility to participate in matters of the government?

The reason for the citizens to have a responsibility to participate in matters of the government is so that they may be well informed about issues and candidates and to make decisions, have debates, and compromise in regards to the needs if the community.

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