Civic Participation公民参与
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#1
In any healthy democracy, the ability to vote and participate in public life is considered a fundamental right.
在任何健康的民主国家中，投票和参与公共生活的能力被视为一项基本权利。
#2
Citizens who engage in civic activities help shape the policies that affect their daily lives.
参与公民活动的公民有助于塑造影响他们日常生活的政策。
#3
Without active participation from ordinary people, governments may fail to represent the true needs of their communities.
若没有一般民众的积极参与，政府可能无法代表其社群的真实需求。
#4
Therefore, understanding how to get involved is essential for every responsible citizen in a democratic society.
因此，了解如何参与对于民主社会中的每一位负责任的公民来说都是至关重要的。
#5
Voting is perhaps the most recognized form of civic participation, yet many eligible citizens choose not to vote.
投票或许是公众参与中最受认可的形式，然而许多符合资格的公民却选择不投票。
#6
In some countries, voter turnout has been declining steadily over the past few decades.
在某些国家，投票率在过去几十年中一直持续下降。
#7
Research suggests that younger generations often feel disconnected from political processes and doubt that their single vote can make a difference.
研究显示，年轻一代往往觉得与政治进程脱节，并怀疑他们的一票是否能产生影响。
#8
However, elections have frequently been decided by remarkably small margins, proving that every vote truly counts.
然而，选举经常是由极小的差距决定的，这证明了每一票都确实重要。
#9
Beyond voting, attending community meetings offers citizens a direct way to influence local policy decisions.
除了投票之外，参加社区会议也为公民提供了一个影响地方政策决定的直接途径。
#10
At these gatherings, residents can voice their concerns about issues such as housing, transportation, and public safety.
在这些聚会中，居民可以表达他们对住房、交通和公共安全等问题的担忧。
#11
Having listened to community feedback, local officials are better equipped to design policies that address real problems.
在听取了社区反馈后，地方官员能更有效地制定解决实际问题的政策。
#12
These meetings also provide an opportunity for neighbors to collaborate and build stronger connections within their communities.
这些会议也为邻居们提供了一个合作并在社区内建立更强联系的机会。
#13
Public discourse, whether it takes place online or in person, plays a crucial role in shaping democratic values.
公众论述，无论是在网上还是亲自进行，在塑造民主价值观方面都起着至关重要的作用。
#14
Engaging in respectful debate allows individuals to consider different perspectives and refine their own opinions.
参与尊重的辩论让个人能够考虑不同的观点并完善自己的意见。
#15
It is important that citizens learn to distinguish between reliable information and misleading claims.
公民学会区分可靠信息与误导性主张是很重要的。
#16
A well-informed public that actively participates in thoughtful discussion strengthens the foundations of democracy itself.
一个信息充足且积极参与深思熟虑讨论的公众，能巩固民主本身的基础。
#17
Ultimately, civic participation is not limited to election day or formal meetings held at city hall.
最终，公民参与并不局限于投票日或在市政厅举行的正式会议。
#18
It includes volunteering, signing petitions, contacting elected representatives, and supporting causes that matter to you.
它包括志愿服务、签署请愿书、联系民选代表，以及支持对你而言重要的事业。
#19
Every action taken to improve society, no matter how small it may seem, contributes to a healthier democracy.
为了改善社会而采取的每一项行动，无论看起来多么微小，都有助于建立一个更健康的民主制度。
#20
By choosing to participate actively, citizens ensure that their government remains accountable and responsive to the people it serves.
透过选择积极参与，公民能确保他们的政府对其所服务的人民保持负责且有所回应。