Democracy’s Arc Depends on an Educated Electorate: Why We Must Own the Outcomes of Our Elections
My fellow Americans, the world as we know it has changed. The sweep is immense. It is slowly creeping throughout all corners of the land. We voted for this change. We must embrace it to make it even better.
Democracy demands more than a vote — it demands vigilance
Written by Dr. Noble Nwigwe, CEO, Remote Practice Managers, Inc.
A Landslide Victory, A Rising Tide of Remorse
Reading the headlines today, it is remarkable — and frankly troubling — to witness the crescendo of anti-Trump sentiment sweeping across the nation. For a man who just won the presidential election in a landslide, the speed at which voter remorse has set in is nothing short of astonishing. Across our cities, we see marches, demonstrations, and an endless parade of talking heads, each claiming sudden expertise on tariffs, immigration, education, and the economy. Yet, it begs the question: how did we get here so quickly?
Promises Made, Promises Kept
Whether you like President Trump or not, whether you believe he embellishes or not, one truth remains unshaken — he is doing precisely what he said he would do. The president’s commitment to enacting the policies he campaigned on is, if nothing else, an act of political integrity. He spoke about tariffs, border control, economic revitalization, and confronting past administrations’ failures — and today, he moves to fulfill those promises. Should anyone truly be surprised?
Instead of celebrating a rare case of political follow-through, many now find themselves regretting their vote. But if regret is warranted, it should not be directed at the president — it should be turned inward, toward the electorate itself.
Lazy Citizenship: The Real Crisis of Democracy
Too many Americans have become intellectually lazy. Rather than doing the hard work of reading, researching, attending town halls, and analyzing legislative actions, we sit back and allow ourselves to be spoon-fed opinionated, often biased, “value-added” commentary from media pundits. We treat social media soundbites as gospel. In doing so, we forfeit the most critical responsibility bestowed upon us by democracy: informed decision-making.
Voting Based on Feelings, Not Facts
In the last election, many voters cast their ballots based on feelings, biases, and identity politics rather than well-researched policy positions. Some voted for Kamala Harris purely based on her gender. Others voted for Donald Trump based on his reputation as a businessman. Few took the time to dive deeply into the policies each candidate proposed — fewer still considered how these policies would impact them, their families, and the broader nation.
When we allow our emotions and biases to guide our votes, we abdicate our duty as citizens. Democracy is not just about the right to vote — it is about the responsibility to vote wisely.
Policy is a Blunt Instrument — Not a Personal Favor
Government policies are rarely, if ever, micro-targeted to protect specific individuals while punishing others. They are broad instruments that affect all citizens, much like the Biblical “plague” that spared only the marked houses during the exodus from Egypt. Without a personal exemption, policies will hit everyone equally. That’s the very nature of governance at scale.
So, as President Trump’s policies begin to reshape the nation, those who now protest must understand: you were told exactly what was coming. If you are unhappy now, it is not the president who deceived you. It is your own lack of due diligence that led you here.
Responsibility Lies With the Electorate
We must stop scapegoating our leaders for our own failure to be vigilant citizens. True democracy demands a populace that is educated, engaged, and committed to seeking the truth — not outsourcing its thinking to celebrities, influencers, or biased news anchors. The blame lies not with President Trump, but with an electorate that failed to do its homework before stepping into the voting booth.
The Presidency Is Still Young
It has only been about 100 days since this administration took office. That is hardly enough time to fairly assess the impact of the president’s agenda. Yet many are already quick to cast dark, apocalyptic shadows over this leadership. This impatience is not only unfair, it is dangerous. It undermines our national cohesion and erodes the very fabric of democratic governance.
Support the Process, Even When You Disagree
Whether you personally agree with every policy or not, now is the time to support the presidency — to hope, pray, and advocate that decisions are informed by the best research, the best experts, and the best interests of America. Our nation is not just its buildings, its airports, or its monuments. America is her people — flesh and blood citizens whose lives are directly shaped by the policies crafted today.
Monumental Changes Are Ahead
With support, America stands at the threshold of monumental renewal — a renaissance of infrastructure, city beautification, smarter traffic systems (no more sitting isolated at red lights at 1 AM), and revitalized waterways and airways. These efforts, if successful, will benefit every American, irrespective of political affiliation.
This is the future we voted for. There is no going back. We must move forward, together, supporting our leaders where possible, and holding ourselves accountable for the choices we make.
Conclusion: Democracy Demands More Than a Vote
The arc of democracy bends not only through elections, but through the daily vigilance of an informed electorate. If we want better outcomes, we must become better citizens. We must read more, think more, research more, and participate more.
The health of our republic depends on it.
Dr. Noble Nwigwe
CEO, Remote Practice Managers, Inc.
