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Activists march against two-party system
Local activist groups marched through Cedar-Riverside Wednesday night to protest Tuesday’s election results, which resulted in the re-election of …
How to Fix Democracy | Ralph Nader
Consumer advocate, lawyer, and former U.S. presidential candidate Ralph Nader believes that democracy is about civic organization, not just public opinion. In his assessment, the American people have lost perspective and ceded control of politics to “big money.” But they should understand that there is broad popular support for many of the things they want,…
How do Cantons work in Switzerland?
Switzerland’s unique political system allows for a high degree of direct democracy, particularly within its cantons. This means that citizens have a direct say in shaping their local laws and policies, going beyond simply electing representatives
#IndividuallyTogether
We feel the pain, the indignity, of every mad sounding public decision you’ve seen made in recent times. We know, like you, there’s little to no connect by the decision makers or today’s chiefs to common sense, to spirituality, to your essence, to our essence. They serve their own master, they don’t even communicate with…
Countries practising Direct Democracy
Direct democracy, where citizens directly participate in decision-making, has become a growing trend worldwide. While often viewed as a utopian ideal, its practical implementation varies significantly across different countries. This article examines the successes and challenges of direct democracy through case studies of Switzerland, Taiwan, Mexico, and Uruguay, highlighting the diverse ways this system operates in practice
Power of Empowerment
An empowered society is not merely a utopian ideal but a tangible reality that holds the key to a brighter future. It’s a society where individuals are equipped with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities to actively participate in shaping their own lives and the world around them. This empowerment transcends mere economic prosperity; it’s about fostering a sense of agency, responsibility, and collective action.
George Orwell’s last words
George Orwell might sound doom and gloom but it has come to pass Taken from the above website (Open Culture): More than 60 years after his death and the closely preceding publication of his best-known novel 1984, we look to George Orwell as a kind of prophet of the ills of corporatism, socialism, authoritarianism, totalitarianism…
Days of Democracy are over (unless we do something)
Even though we’ve never had proper democracy, the reality is that even the form of democracy we do have is under threat. Democracy is a logical concept that puts us all on an equal footing, but what’s happening in the UK does not bode well for New Zealand. Neil Oliver is a reknowned voice from…
Voting Process Discussion Paper
This research report delves into the intersection of AI technologies and governance, advocating
for a shift towards human-centered, decentralized systems that reflect the diversity of human values. As AI
reshapes societal and economic structures, it offers an opportunity to reimagine governance in a way that
enhances personal responsibility, creativity, and human fulfillment. The report critiques historical trends of
“self-domestication,” where individuals have been confined to passive roles in rigid economic and political
systems, and explores how AI and alternative currencies can reverse this trend by fostering more flexible,
decentralized forms of governance.
Central to the report is the call for governance models that allow for experimentation, creativity,
and voluntary participation rather than imposing one-size-fits-all solutions. The rise of AI presents the
chance to alleviate labor burdens and create systems that balance global competition with protections for
those left behind. It also emphasizes the need for resilience through diversity, arguing that centralized
systems have reduced resilience and are prone to collapse.
Why support Direct Democracy? What if it fails?
Implementing Direct Democracy and changing the way the system works sounds bold to many. People understand that it needs support and that they are the best ones to provide it. Leaving it to chance won’t work because the drive won’t be there, putting into commercial hands won’t work because it will represent those interests alone,…