Government officials should rely on their own judgment rather than unquestioningly carry out the will of the people they serve.
Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the recommendation and explain your reasoning for the position you take. In developing and supporting your position, describe specific circumstances in which adopting the recommendation would or would not be advantageous and explain how these examples shape your position.
Government officials are appointed to maintain peace in society and work for the welfare of the people. However, the idea that they should rely on their own judgment rather than unquestioningly following the will of the people they serve is a contentious issue. I partially agree with this prompt, and I believe that a balanced approach is necessary to address the complexities of governing effectively.
On one hand, government officials have a responsibility to consider the overall welfare of the population they serve. People's will can be subjective and divided, and blindly following the will of the people may lead to chaos and ineffective decision-making. Government officials should have the autonomy to make well-informed choices that prioritize the long-term interests and sustainable development of society as a whole.
For instance, in situations where there are conflicting opinions among the public, government officials should be able to assess all perspectives and make decisions that promote the greater good. This requires them to think critically, analyze data, consult experts, and consider the potential consequences of their actions. By relying on their own judgment, government officials can navigate complexities, balance competing interests, and deliver effective governance.
However, it is crucial for government officials to remain accountable and responsive to the needs of the people they represent. They should strive to understand the concerns and aspirations of the citizens and incorporate public input into the decision-making process. By engaging in transparent and inclusive governance, officials can maintain the trust and support of the people they serve.
Moreover, a disregard for the will of the people can undermine the democratic foundations of a society. Government officials should actively seek feedback, listen to diverse voices, and take into account the perspectives and experiences of the population. Public participation in decision-making processes fosters a sense of ownership and strengthens the legitimacy of governmental actions.
Nevertheless, blindly following the will of the people can have its drawbacks. It may lead to short-sighted decision-making driven by popular sentiment rather than rational analysis. Government officials must strike a balance between public opinion and their own judgment. They should use their expertise and experience to guide their decisions, while also being open to constructive criticism and adapting their strategies based on the evolving needs of the society.
In conclusion, the role of government officials requires a delicate balance between relying on their own judgment and considering the will of the people. They should prioritize the overall welfare of the society, but also remain accountable and responsive to the needs and aspirations of the citizens. By adopting a nuanced approach, government officials can effectively govern and promote sustainable development, while preserving the democratic principles on which society is built.
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Transition Words or Phrases used:
also, but, however, may, moreover, nevertheless, so, then, well, while, for instance, in conclusion
Attributes: Values AverageValues Percentages(Values/AverageValues)% => Comments
Performance on Part of Speech:
To be verbs : 9.0 19.5258426966 46% => More to be verbs wanted.
Auxiliary verbs: 22.0 12.4196629213 177% => OK
Conjunction : 25.0 14.8657303371 168% => OK
Relative clauses : 6.0 11.3162921348 53% => More relative clauses wanted.
Pronoun: 28.0 33.0505617978 85% => OK
Preposition: 58.0 58.6224719101 99% => OK
Nominalization: 27.0 12.9106741573 209% => Less nominalizations (nouns with a suffix like: tion ment ence ance) wanted.
Performance on vocabulary words:
No of characters: 2615.0 2235.4752809 117% => OK
No of words: 447.0 442.535393258 101% => OK
Chars per words: 5.85011185682 5.05705443957 116% => OK
Fourth root words length: 4.59808378696 4.55969084622 101% => OK
Word Length SD: 3.27475975747 2.79657885939 117% => OK
Unique words: 213.0 215.323595506 99% => OK
Unique words percentage: 0.476510067114 0.4932671777 97% => OK
syllable_count: 805.5 704.065955056 114% => OK
avg_syllables_per_word: 1.8 1.59117977528 113% => OK
A sentence (or a clause, phrase) starts by:
Pronoun: 7.0 6.24550561798 112% => OK
Article: 3.0 4.99550561798 60% => OK
Subordination: 2.0 3.10617977528 64% => OK
Conjunction: 6.0 1.77640449438 338% => Less conjunction wanted as sentence beginning.
Preposition: 6.0 4.38483146067 137% => OK
Performance on sentences:
How many sentences: 22.0 20.2370786517 109% => OK
Sentence length: 20.0 23.0359550562 87% => OK
Sentence length SD: 30.5614135799 60.3974514979 51% => The essay contains lots of sentences with the similar length. More sentence varieties wanted.
Chars per sentence: 118.863636364 118.986275619 100% => OK
Words per sentence: 20.3181818182 23.4991977007 86% => OK
Discourse Markers: 4.5 5.21951772744 86% => OK
Paragraphs: 7.0 4.97078651685 141% => Less paragraphs wanted.
Language errors: 0.0 7.80617977528 0% => OK
Sentences with positive sentiment : 14.0 10.2758426966 136% => OK
Sentences with negative sentiment : 5.0 5.13820224719 97% => OK
Sentences with neutral sentiment: 3.0 4.83258426966 62% => OK
What are sentences with positive/Negative/neutral sentiment?
Coherence and Cohesion:
Essay topic to essay body coherence: 0.310248614938 0.243740707755 127% => OK
Sentence topic coherence: 0.0958985455839 0.0831039109588 115% => OK
Sentence topic coherence SD: 0.0692800241765 0.0758088955206 91% => OK
Paragraph topic coherence: 0.1702848065 0.150359130593 113% => OK
Paragraph topic coherence SD: 0.0664003126949 0.0667264976115 100% => OK
Essay readability:
automated_readability_index: 16.3 14.1392134831 115% => OK
flesch_reading_ease: 34.26 48.8420337079 70% => OK
smog_index: 8.8 7.92365168539 111% => OK
flesch_kincaid_grade: 13.5 12.1743820225 111% => OK
coleman_liau_index: 16.65 12.1639044944 137% => OK
dale_chall_readability_score: 9.36 8.38706741573 112% => OK
difficult_words: 134.0 100.480337079 133% => OK
linsear_write_formula: 11.0 11.8971910112 92% => OK
gunning_fog: 10.0 11.2143820225 89% => OK
text_standard: 17.0 11.7820224719 144% => OK
What are above readability scores?
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Maximum six paragraphs wanted.
Rates: 66.67 out of 100
Scores by essay e-grader: 4.0 Out of 6
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