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The essence of Marshall's message is straightforward yet profound: elites need to begin listening to and respecting the voices of ordinary citizens. He underscores that true democratic engagement involves more than superficial gestures; it requires an earnest effort to work on behalf of the populace. The phrase “respecting and, God forbid, working for ordinary people” highlights the frustration with elitist attitudes that often prioritize self-interest or entrenched power over the needs of the many.