You believe that empowering the majority of citizens to actively participate in decision-making processes will lead to a more equitable and just society.
Popular Democracy is a political ideology that emphasizes the broad participation of constituents in the direction and operation of political systems. It often involves the empowerment of the public in a representative democracy, where the people have the power to make decisions directly or indirectly through elected representatives. The ideology is rooted in the belief that citizens should have direct influence over their government, and that political power should be distributed widely among the citizenry.
The concept of Popular Democracy has its roots in ancient Greece, specificall…
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@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you promote your favorite extracurricular activity if school clubs were selected by democratic vote?
@9JC8N5C1yr1Y
Simply being on a ballot is more representation than I ever received.
@9JT5FLD1yr1Y
I will explain and. show the other students how the club is with pros and against
@9JT6N2H1yr1Y
I would add that there will be a lot more change this coming year.
@9JT6LSL1yr1Y
Track allows for a healthy and quick way to get in shape, become more healthy, lose weight, and even let out some of the competitive energy that other students may have built up.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If you could influence one social issue through a public vote, which would you choose and why?
@9KF4YSTRepublican1yr1Y
@9KF4VHHRepublican1yr1Y
The issue of inflation because it make me spend money
@9KF4XLL1yr1Y
The cost of a college education and related loans and scholarships.
Inflation, because the prizes to things are to high right now.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Would you be more likely to follow school rules if they were created by a student majority?
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@9J36F431yr1Y
If the student is stable and there Morales and values are outstanding then yes i have no problem siding with them. But if the student is chaotic then no i would no hear or agree with there opinion.
@9J357261yr1Y
No, if the students had more say I think it would be quite chaotic.
@9J35PTYIndependent1yr1Y
because it would take into account the wants and needs of people like me who understand what it is really like to be in the situation of school at my age. they would be more comprehensive to what students actually need and want.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If you could use a mobile app to vote on school policies in real-time, what would you vote for first, and why?
I would have to see what side offers what and how things that might state benefit me and people around me.
@9HYDTBT1yr1Y
I only vote for the people that will keep there promises and not because of what party they are in..
@9J25G7NRepublican1yr1Y
because that would make it easy for fake votes to come in and also they dont know what and whom they are voting fot.
@9HYDNMK1yr1Y
so its easier to count one by one while votes come in and it is tracked on an app
@9HYDZG8Republican1yr1Y
I would vote for less rallies that waste the time of everyone and don’t do anything.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If students could determine the dress code through a vote, what changes would you expect to see, and why?
@9JNLHCX1yr1Y
I wouldn't want to see any changes. Being different makes us unique. Some would probably argue that the "goth" look should be eliminated because it may give off a negative, dark view of a person. Provocative clothing because it could be distracting and baggy clothes because it can reveal underwear and too much of the person's body.
@9JNLJ6H1yr1Y
We shouldn't be able to see your underwear (sagging).
@9JNLFML1yr1Y
I would expect to see dress codes for schools around the country become less strict as most students are against dress codes and are advocates for less strict dress codes.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you encourage your friends to participate if community volunteer projects were chosen by local vote?
@9LGFPZR1yr1Y
to voice their opinions and hear other peoples opinions too
@9LGFZ9G1yr1Y
I would tell them how if they don't vote their rights might be at risk.
@9LGFXVR1yr1Y
We can contact our government officials when we want to support or change a law. Voting in an election and contacting our elected officials are two ways that Americans can participate in our democracy.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How might the curriculum be different if educational content was decided by a democratic process?
The things taught in school could change to give the idea to lean more to the left
@9JGTH3L1yr1Y
I would say that the educational content would be more one sided.
The things taught in school could change to give the idea to lean more to the left.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How might allowing public votes on zoning laws reshape your town or city neighborhood's development?
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@9L2QZ5P1yr1Y
I think it could break up the city into different parts then that could be helpful but at the same time might cause delays and issues with funding and construction.
@9L2QQ2R1yr1Y
It could change what buildings will be constructed.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What would be the first thing you'd change about your school environment given the chance to vote?
@9KG94Q71yr1Y
I would maybe make it more united and less two-sided. It feels like you are either stuck with unmotivated underachievers or incredibly annoying tryhards that are very judgmental.
@9KD9SWF1yr1Y
I would inform the students more about voting and why it is important.
@9KDBRRK1yr1Y
That concept will be used naturally if it comes to it.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
What are your thoughts about minority rights in a system where the majority makes the decisions?
@9H83PC22yrs2Y
I agree with the rights about popular democracy. I like how the people are able to make their own decisions and discuss with others to make the world better. I think this is a better way to help bring people together and break barriers.
@9H827W62yrs2Y
I think that minority rights are good currently and shouldn't be messed with
@9H82MSZRepublican2yrs2Y
well minority should not rule majority and i think that the minority should follow the same basic rights
Minority rights should be heard as well although they are not the winning side. It is good to go buy all opinions if they do make a good point.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Do you think that broader public participation would improve the quality of political decisions, and why?
@9H4KM9S2yrs2Y
Yes, politics should be about what the people want and if people don’t participate that can’t happen. This is not the same thing as forcing voting down people’s throats.
@9H4294R2yrs2Y
Yes, greater participation better reflects the opinions of the people. The United States Constitution begins with the phrase "We the people", referring to those who are living within the land of the United States as citizens. The greater amount of people participating in political decisions, the better our government can actually hear our opinion and take action.
@9H4G56D2yrs2Y
Popular is public members inn decision was in made from disclosure which the us president Donald Trump is increased policy fruad government alone
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you feel if the quality of your school lunch depended on the majority’s dietary preferences?
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@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Imagine if citizens could propose and vote on laws through an app; what are the pros and cons of such direct involvement?
@9HJBRFY 2yrs2Y
Most people's phones are not very secure and their voting could be monitored by 3rd parties and their information sold. Additionally fake apps would be made to target the technologically illiterate and use their provided data to falsify their votes through official apps and vote in the interests of private entities. Pros do not outweigh risks or cons at all.
@9HCLLVPRepublican 2yrs2Y
The pros it would be more accessible. The cons would be It could glitch.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How would you feel if school holiday schedules were set by parent and student votes rather than the school board?
@9HKWPSH2yrs2Y
It would give the people more power and make the system more equal. Especially the Board of Education power system.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Do you think that a 'wisdom of the crowd' approach could help solve complex societal problems better than experts alone?
@9HLBK8X2yrs2Y
Yes, because people are more likely to listen to people who aren't seen as government power or "put on a pedestal", I think they could have some really good ideas and solutions.
@9HLB6WB2yrs2Y
Yes, because people are more likely to listen to people who aren't seen as government power or "put on a pedestal", I think they could have some really good ideas and solutions.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you advocate for something you care about if it wasn't popular among the majority?
@9HY2XCQ1yr1Y
By simply stating my opinion in a non-partisan way that does not attack anybody of any ideology.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Do you believe that everyone, regardless of their level of education or political awareness, should have an equal say in government?
@9H6TQFD2yrs2Y
Yes, that’s the entire idea of democracy. Politics create discussion and when somebody heeds the call to vote it invites conversations that could potentially change output, views and ultimately educate voters on the topics that are being polled on. Everyone deserves equal footing in government and we should communicate with each other more diplomatically rather than treating politics as a war against each other.
@9H6THN32yrs2Y
Depending on how much you know about certain topics, that must be the amount of power or say can be bestowed upon you.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How do you feel about every individual's vote having equal weight in shaping the laws and policies of your country?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Can you see the benefits or the downsides if gym class activities were chosen through a majority student vote?
@9KVH5XP1yr1Y
I can see both. If they choose what they would want do it could leave them unstimulated and doing the same thing everyday or without structure. It could also do the opposite effect and the students could learn how to collaborate and stimulate their minds.
@9KVGYK7 1yr1Y
I think that students aren't able to fully understand the benefits and losses and therefore are not qualified to determine it.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How do you think having regular town-hall meetings where citizens vote on local issues would change your engagement with the community?
@9JHM3RT1yr1Y
I believe it’s about letting people know about these meetings. No one would actually show up if there not informed and we as people have to see what’s the reason of going. I think people lack context when it comes to doing meetings. A lot of the time I don’t understand how certain political issues apply to me and I dismiss it.
@9JHLXS4Republican1yr1Y
It would be good for the town to have local meetings. I say that because the more local meeting you have the better understanding you will have of the people around you and you can make a educated decision on rules for whatever the topic of discussion is.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Do you think it's fair for the most popular extracurricular activities to get the most funding, as decided by student vote?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What if your city's public spaces were transformed based on suggestions voted on by residents?
@9L9W5RS1yr1Y
If my city´s public spaces were transformed based on suggestions I would hope it would be helpful for others to get around and grow the environment they are in altogether. We would create better jobs for others to seek guidance and support from one another.
@9L9VMKG1yr1Y
I’d agree with it, using tax payer money to improve conditions is good
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What if vacation destinations for family trips were decided by a family vote; how would that process make you feel?
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
If you had the power to implement one change in your current political system, what would it be and why?
@9HCX28H2yrs2Y
Increased taxes on the rich to fund public projects like transportation and education.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If you could cast a vote that directly changes something in your favorite sport or hobby, what would it be?
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