Jim: You know, it sure would be nice to have someone finally take charge of this thing. Would you ever consider being president of the neighborhood association?
Hal: I don't think so. It sounds like work.
Malcolm: Dad, what are you talking about? Of course you want to be president! This is your chance to really do something for the community.
Hal: I don't think-
Malcolm: You can't turn this down. You've always told me that a real citizen is willing to make sacrifices for the greater good.
Hal: This doesn't sound like-
Malcolm: And I took those words to heart! They inspired me. And now I have a chance to see my own dad show me what democracy is all about. You can't deny me that.
Hal: Well-
Malcolm: It's not just for me. It's for our family, our block, the whole neighborhood! Think of all the people you could help. The world is waiting for you to make it a better place!
Hal: Well... Okay. I'll do it.
Jim: Finally! This is exactly the reason I went into zoning law.