Reducing the power of experts and lobbyists will make government more responsive to citizens' views. State and local laws can be designed to fit local needs and wishes. Small governments are more efficient and more responsive. Governing is not about choosing among competing interests, but about collective efforts to meet society's needs. Improving civic education will strengthen civic engagement and give citizens the skills to tackle community problems.
Active citizens help bring ailing communities back to life.
In Opposition to Choice 3 Businesses trying to perform public services won't be able to make enough money. If the private sector takes over these services, no one will look out for the public's interest. Government exists because the marketplace often fails to protect those needing the most protection - minorities, children and the poor. Citizens do not want to be deeply involved in government. They vote for officials to do the job for them.