Tag: 10 things series
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In this post, we continue to look at things that public officials sometimes do which erode trust. The following 5 behaviors round out our list of 10: 6. Presenting false choices: Presenting limited “either/or” choices– particularly when the “options” are overstated or when neither is of much interest to the public — while ignoring or…
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I have met several civic leaders who complain that the average citizen is “apathetic”, and that only the “angry” citizens show up when public meetings are scheduled. These leaders have not had very positive experiences interacting with the public and are therefore reluctant to invest time and effort in public engagement. Most of us are…