The phrase "good government" refers to a system of governing that is fair, just, and effective. It means that those in power make decisions that benefit the people, uphold the law, and promote the well-being of the society as a whole.
Representatives of good government groups say they would like to see the attorney general have more oversight. (gothamgazette.com)
He acknowledged the disappointment of good government groups who wanted more, but said the governor could not put a statewide system in place on his own. (syracuse.com)
It's easy to call for good government measures — even some that could harm them politically — when there's no chance of them passing. (timesunion.com)