National Responsibility

While standing on the street corner today asking everyone who passed if they could spare a minute to support gay rights I got the impression that very few people were genuinely conscious of their responsibility as citizens of a democratic nation to participate in their government. Those of us who simply go to work and let everything else pass by without making an effort to get involved are enjoying rights and privileges that are the result of many tireless efforts. The History of our nation should be something we utilize to build a better Future. As individuals it is our responsibility to take action in our government. Whether we like it or not that is how a government for and by the people works. The many people who pass by and say that they support something then do nothing are simply giving up their rights to participate in government. If you are giving away your rights there will always be someone willing to take them, and never anyone to represent you.