Recovering a Sensible Democracy - Challenges and Solutions
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a thought-provoking lecture on the state of democracy and potential solutions for its recovery. Delve into topics such as unrepresentative democracy, gerrymandering, political corruption, and the role of leadership in addressing these issues. Examine case studies, including Hong Kong, and consider proposed solutions like model legislation and constitutional drafting. Gain insights into the complexities of democratic reform and the importance of individual action in creating meaningful change.
Syllabus
Intro
The Child Has a Point
Unrepresentative Democracy
Safe Seat gerrymandering
Unequal Status
Hong Kong
Corruption
funders
fixable
model legislation
reformers dilemma
constitution drafting
a failure of leadership
your leadership is your check
Scotts solution
Pennells solution
Representation
Political Corruption
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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