You believe that involving citizens directly in decision-making processes leads to a more equitable and responsive government.
Participatory democracy is a political ideology that emphasizes the broad participation of constituents in the direction and operation of political systems. It is often contrasted with representative democracy, where elected officials make decisions on behalf of their constituents. In a participatory democracy, all members of a political group have the opportunity to make decisions together, directly influencing the outcome of laws, policies, and other decisions that affect them.
The concept of participatory democracy has its roots in ancient Athens, where citizens had a direct role…
Read moreThese active users have achieved a basic understanding of terms and definitions related to the topic of
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would your school experience change if there were periodic forums for student voices on various issues?
@9K9HVLT1yr1Y
My school life wouldn't change very much because our administration wouldn't do anything to enact change.
@9K9CDN61yr1Y
Personally, I think having periodic forums for student voices in school would be a fantastic idea. It would give students a platform to share their thoughts, concerns, and ideas, and it would help create a more inclusive and democratic learning environment. It's important for students to have a say in decisions that affect their education, and these forums could be a great way to make that happen. So yeah, count me in for supporting student voices in school.
@9K9B2Q7Republican1yr1Y
I feel like the student voice would be heard but not listen to even if they were allowed to talk.
@9K9B4SM1yr1Y
Because it requires a high level of engagement and knowledge from citizens, I think it would be risky. There are so many people that don't even bother to vote.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would your daily life change if local community decisions were made through majority student votes?
@9JS2L5K1yr1Y
My daily life would change, as I believe there would be many more laws that encourage more government spending on things that I don't believe should get more government spending (because students include young children who might not have enough experience preparing them to vote insightfuly).
@9JS23R51yr1Y
Votes would be more left-leaning since most students tend to have left views.
Honestly, it depends on the location. Students in high crime communities are more likely to say school sucks but others would like to have a strong education.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How do you ensure that everyone in your group gets heard, even the shyest individuals?
@9KZX29WRepublican1yr1Y
you ask them all separately and they can choose not to answer
@9KZWW2K1yr1Y
Let them have a voice in everything that way a compromise can be made.
@9KZXFPZ 1yr1Y
The issue for me is most closely linked to that of accessibility -- I don't think the reason most people don't make their voices heard is because they don't want to, I think it's because they don't know how to do so in a way that isn't public, or because the act of voting or participating in democratic activities requires more effort than they're willing to muster.
I would be in favor of an easier way to share perspectives, like an online survey. The issue of verifying identity and making sure the system isn't abused would be an issue, so I would try… Read more
@9KZXDJG1yr1Y
Send a form asking for their options like this test
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Is it fair to require everyone to participate in government decisions, or should it be a choice?
@9HDKCZV2yrs2Y
It Should be a choice since not everyone actually takes the time to care or look into it.
@9HDJSD7Independent2yrs2Y
It should be a choice because not everyone agrees on the choices they have.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How can we encourage those who are less confident to speak up in decisions that affect everyone?
@9HTSY9J2yrs2Y
Popular sovereignty and allow everyone to feel as if their opinion is valid, regardless of their stance.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you react if you had the chance to directly influence changes in your community?
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How does it feel when you're part of a group decision that leads to a successful outcome?
@9KFVRNC1yr1Y
Empowered and involved, as if my voice has been heard, my opinion taken into account and my life and identity valued.
@9KFV96T1yr1Y
Participatory democracy may also have an educational effect. Greater political participation can lead to the public to seeking to also make it higher quality in efficacy and depth: "the more individuals participate the better able they become to do so", an idea already promoted by Rousseau, Mill, and Cole.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Do you think decisions made by groups you're a part of truly reflect everyone's opinions, and why?
@9HNK9PPRepublican2yrs2Y
No, everyone has different opinions on each topic so we all have our own opinions.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What would make you enthusiastic about participating in a local government session?
@9L5N9YD1yr1Y
Make voting week a federal holiday so everyone has the opportunity to vote.
@9L5N5PPIndependent1yr1Y
If I was able to follow my participation and see actual change.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Do you think every citizen has enough knowledge and time to contribute to governmental decision-making?
@9H9KWM92yrs2Y
Every state should focus on education first before politics
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How would the dynamic of your friend group change if you all made decisions together?
@9J3ZZKK 1yr1Y
Yes, because I believe the fact we can all believe in different things helps us grow our empathy.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How can a group ensure that its decision-making process respects both minority and majority opinions?
@9KLWC741yr1Y
Make sure that we compromise, we can't just be my way or the highway.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Have you ever felt inspired to involve yourself in local community work, and what sparked that interest?
@9KFWWCN1yr1Y
Yes I was a life guard, I became one to help out a small business who needed one
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Can a class decision ever be truly fair if not everyone speaks up, and how do we address that?
@9L87P231yr1Y
Being a child I think being treated fair is more important. As you get older you really learn the difference.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How can young people be encouraged to engage more in issues that affect their future?
@9KRQF8XIndependent1yr1Y
Have a voting system that is tracked and reported on so they can see how their vote would have influenced elections. Make volunteering at a local campaign office a requirement for earned credits to graduate.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What makes a group decision feel fair to you, even if the outcome isn't what you wanted?
@9KCXCTD1yr1Y
If everyone’s opinions and thoughts were listened to and genuinely considered before a decision is made.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If you could vote on one new subject to be taught at school, what would it be and why?
@9JBBG9V1yr1Y
Taxes due to the fact that it is currently neglected.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What unique perspective do you think you could bring to a local decision-making board?
@9LGHMV31yr1Y
The government should pay for more young students colleges and not get the youth of the U.S in debt at such an early age.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What if your favorite social media platform let you vote on its rules, what changes would you vote for?
@9JRRJF81yr1Y
I would vote for a greater care of sensitive media and hate speech.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would increased student participation in decision-making change your view on school authority?
@9L7TR5YIndependent1yr1Y
I would have more respect for school authority, because they take into account the opinions of their students and do not just make decisions based on their own opinions as grown persons who have do not experience what the student experiences.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Can you recount a time when you felt empowered by having a choice or say in a matter?
@9HSZLHK2yrs2Y
When someone shows their clear vision, that gives me more trust.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What does fair representation in decision-making look like in a diverse student body?
@9L7Z6PY1yr1Y
Administration members of different income and racial backgrounds in a board to make decisions?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What would happen in your sport team or club if members voted on strategies or plans?
@9L3Z6621yr1Y
Decisions would never happen. In the end you need someone who can make the ultimate call.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How could we make sure everyone's opinion is considered in team sports or club activities?
@9JD9B2ZRepublican1yr1Y
no matter what you think you identify as you must play with your sex!
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What's a real-world problem you feel could be solved by crowdsourcing solutions among your peers?
@9L47PT81yr1Y
Helping American homeless instead of illegal immigrants
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How can we make political participation feel more accessible and less intimidating?
@9KXNHDC1yr1Y
Less campaign commercials degrading other candidates.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What would you propose if you could initiate one major improvement to your school environment?
@9L3MV3B1yr1Y
I would encourage teachers to have a more personal experience with their teachers. Such as checking up on them through emails or just talking sometimes. It really helps build the environment and helps students feel more welcome.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
@ISIDEWITH10mos10MO
@ISIDEWITH10mos10MO
@ISIDEWITH10mos10MO
@ISIDEWITH10mos10MO
@ISIDEWITH10mos10MO
Loading the political themes of users that engaged with this discussion
Loading data...
Join in on more popular conversations.
