The idea that one consents to be governed is reminiscent of the Sovereign Citizen movement. No, you do not need to consent as an individual. Rather, choosing not to vote is an abdication of your responsibility to participate in democracy.
However so is the "responsibility" narrative. Both are over stating the importance and function of voting. One does not, and can not have a responsibility or obligation to choose between a Giant Douche and a Turd Sandwich [1].
Low participation rate is an indictment of the entire system.
