Quote by Gerald R. Ford

In a political sense, there is one problem that currently underlies all of the others. That problem is making Government sufficiently responsive to the people. If we dont make government responsive to the people, we dont make it believable. And we must make government believable if we are to have a functioning democracy.

In a political sense, there is one problem that currently un

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of government responsiveness to the citizens it serves. It argues that the key problem in politics is ensuring that the government is accountable and transparent to the people. Without achieving this, the quote states that the government will lose credibility, which is essential for a functioning democracy. It implies that for democracy to thrive, it is crucial for governments to actively listen, address concerns, and effectively respond to the needs and interests of the people they govern.

By Gerald R. Ford

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