A local councilwoman in Georgetown, Texas, got a rude surprise while trying to deliver a serious speech on the dangers of infectious diseases: It turned out that one of her colleagues had left the room to attend to some personal business — with his microphone still on.

Click above to watch her reaction — and to appreciate that local government is still the number-one place for active citizenship. Then share this video!

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