Aligning private development with community needs for equity and resiliency is one of the most powerful roles of city government.
Michelle WuRead
I think, at the end of the day, especially for municipal elections, we see relatively low voter turnout. So the goal is to expand who sees themselves reflected in government, who's empowered to take the lead in politics.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of representation in government and the need to engage more people in the political process.
Michelle Wu's quote highlights the challenge of low voter turnout in municipal elections and the necessity to make politics more inclusive. She suggests that by ensuring a broader representation in government, more individuals can feel empowered to participate actively in the political landscape, thus enhancing democracy and civic engagement.
Themes
Voter TurnoutRepresentationPoliticsEngagementDemocracy
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech advocating for civic engagement, a speaker might cite this quote to emphasize the need for increasing voter participation.
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When I first ran for City Council in 2013, I was told over and over again that I would likely lose, and for reasons beyond my control: I was too young, not born in Boston, Asian American, female.
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