Civic Participation公民参与
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#1
Democracy is a system where ordinary people have the power to shape their society.
民主是一个普通人拥有塑造其社会权力的制度。
#2
In a democracy, citizens can vote for their leaders and influence important decisions.
在民主制度中，公民可以投票选举他们的领导人并影响重要的决定。
#3
When people participate in public life, the government works better for everyone.
当人们参与公共生活时，政府会为每个人运作得更好。
#4
However, many people around the world do not use this power.
然而，世界上许多人并不使用这种权力。
#5
They believe that one person cannot make a real difference.
他们相信一个人无法产生真正的影响。
#6
Voting is one of the most basic ways to participate in democracy.
投票是参与民主最基本的方式之一。
#7
Elections are held regularly so that citizens can choose their representatives.
选举定期举行，以便公民可以选择他们的代表。
#8
Before you vote, it is important to learn about each candidate and their policy ideas.
在你投票之前，了解每位候选人及其政策理念是很重要的。
#9
A policy is a plan that a leader or party wants to put into action.
政策是领导人或政党想要付诸实行的计划。
#10
For example, a policy might focus on education, healthcare, or the environment.
例如，一项政策可能会着重于教育、医疗保健或环境。
#11
Civic participation goes beyond just voting in elections.
公民参与不仅仅是在选举中投票。
#12
Community meetings are organized in many towns and cities around the world.
世界各地的许多城镇都会举办社区会议。
#13
At these meetings, residents can discuss local problems and suggest solutions together.
在这些会议上，居民可以共同讨论当地的问题并提出解决方案。
#14
Some people have joined volunteer groups that help improve their neighborhoods.
有些人已经加入了帮助改善他们社区的志愿团体。
#15
Others have written letters to their local representatives about issues they care about.
其他人则写信给当地的代表，表达他们关心的议题。
#16
Public discourse means the open exchange of ideas between citizens and leaders.
公共话语意味着公民与领导者之间想法的公开交流。
#17
Young people play an especially important role in civic participation today.
年轻人在当今的公民参与中扮演着特别重要的角色。
#18
Social media has been used by many young citizens to share their opinions widely.
社交媒体已被许多年轻公民用来广泛分享他们的意见。
#19
In recent years, young activists have organized large protests about climate change.
近年来，年轻的活动家们组织了关于气候变化的大型抗议活动。
#20
They have shown that age does not limit a person's ability to create change.
他们已经证明了年龄并不会限制一个人创造改变的能力。
#21
If young people participate in democracy early, they are more likely to stay engaged.
如果年轻人及早参与民主，他们就更有可能保持投入。
#22
In conclusion, civic participation is essential for a healthy democracy.
总之，公民参与对于健康的民主制度至关重要。
#23
Every citizen has the right and the responsibility to participate in public life.
每一位公民都有权利与责任参与公共生活。
#24
Whether you vote in an election, attend a community meeting, or speak up about policy, your actions matter.
无论你在选举中投票、参加社区会议，还是对政策发表意见，你的行动都很重要。
#25
Change often starts with small steps that are taken by ordinary people.
改变通常始于由普通人所采取的小步骤。
#26
So the next time there is an opportunity to get involved, do not hesitate to take it.
所以下次有参与的机会时，不要犹豫，抓住它。