Article 1 Sec. 2 Constitution of North Carolina Government is responsible to the citizens it represents.
Accountable government is responsible government.
It is obliged to identify and address the needs of its citizens and the state. It is vested in collecting and disbursing revenues for the common good. It is compelled to ensure equitable opportunity, education, and access to health care for all citizens. Citizens will be responsible for the government they create, and accountable to future generations for their public legacy. Citizens uphold and promote a strong sense of responsibility to community, they are informed and actively participate in the governing process.