Star Tribune Thu, 15 Nov 2007 19:00:57 CST
Harry C. Boyte: Our passive society needs some new Nehemiahs
We need new Nehemiahs who call forth America's democratic genius of a self-reliant, productive, future-oriented citizenry, leaders who tackle tough issues in a collaborative way and reject the rescuer role. Such leaders would tap the talents of citizens to address public problems on which government is necessary but not sufficient, from climate change to school reform. They would challenge us to create healthy communities, not simply provide access to health care.Democracy is a way of life, not just a trip to the ballot box. We can find inspiration in a figure from ancient Jerusalem.
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