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What does it mean?
She urges everyone with a brain to join politics actively rather than just criticizing from the outside.
In plain terms
She wants smart people to participate in politics instead of just complaining.
What can you take from it?
Active participation is better than passive criticism.

Where it applies

  • voting
  • community organizing

Putting it to work

  • running for office
  • campaigning

Questions to consider

  • Do you feel involved in politics?
  • How do you engage?

Another view

Politics can be overwhelming for ordinary citizens.

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