Barack Obama actually said...

When we don't pay close attention to the decisions made by our leaders; when we fail to educate ourselves about the major issues of the day; when we choose not to make our voices and opinions heard, that's when democracy breaks down.

Context

Press Release: Remarks of President Barack Obama at the University of Michigan Commencement - As Prepared for Delivery

04/30/2010

https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...

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