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The real strength of politics in the 21st century is situated on the local level, where you really can make a difference.
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The quote says that political power is most effective at the local level in the 21st century. In communities and nearby institutions, people can see the effects of decisions more directly and have a real chance to influence them. Its main point is that local politics offers a practical way to create change, rather than treating politics as something distant or unreachable.
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- Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR)
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- Official Statement
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