Analysis
For most people, government is not a speech in the capital. It is the streetlight that works, the drain that is cleared before the monsoon, and the certificate that arrives on time.
Better local governance usually comes down to three things: services that are delivered reliably, information that is open to the public, and a clear way for citizens to raise a problem and see it resolved.
Your turn: what is the one civic issue in your area that most needs attention? Share it in the comments.