Welcome to DEMOCRACYV2
Guiding Principles
- Neutrality – No party affiliation; this is a civic exploration space.
- Transparency – All feedback is public and tagged into themes (trust, accessibility, tax fairness, etc.).
- Inclusivity – Reach both urban and rural communities, prioritizing marginalized and low-access populations.
- Gradualism – Changes are tested through pilots before wider implementation.
- Economic Awareness – Avoid policy shocks that could impact markets.
Engagement Tools
- Public Comment Wall – Citizens share thoughts; feedback is visible to all.
- Quick Polls – Gauge public sentiment on specific proposals.
- Community Discussion Kit – Printable guide for hosting local conversations.
- Feedback Themes – Responses are categorized and summarized for public review.
Role of Local Leaders
- Use feedback data to find communities that are underrepresented in the conversation.
- Organize local meetings, town halls, and pop-up voting/info booths.
- Partner with libraries, schools, and community centers for outreach.
Expected Benefits
- Faster, more responsive democratic decision-making.
- Increased trust through transparent participation.
- Empowerment by giving people a direct say in part of their tax spending.
- Broader engagement from diverse and geographically spread communities.