Quote by Peter Singer

In a democracy, citizens pass judgment on their government, and if they are kept in the dark about what their government is doing, they cannot be in a position to make well-grounded decisions.

In a democracy, citizens pass judgment on their government,

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This quote highlights the crucial role of transparency in a democratic society. It emphasizes that citizens need access to information about their government's actions in order to make informed judgments and decisions. By being kept informed, citizens have the ability to hold their government accountable and participate meaningfully in the democratic process. Without transparency, citizens are deprived of the necessary knowledge to assess the performance of their government, leading to a potential erosion of democracy.

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