Like every New Yorker, I know this place is magic. I know this place is amazing. I know that we have come back time and time again from a great recession, from high crime rates, from 9/11, from crisis after crisis.
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One of the things it's so important for any city government is to have the trust of the public.
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What this quote means
City governments must build and maintain public trust for effective governance.
Maya Wiley emphasizes the crucial role that trust plays between city governments and their constituents. Without the confidence of the public, governance becomes ineffective, as people are less likely to cooperate and engage with their leaders and policies. Trust fosters transparency and accountability, which are essential for a thriving community.
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TrustPublicGovernmentLeadershipCommunity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a city council meeting to emphasize the need for transparency.
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