Democracy's Second Act: Citizens' Role in Decision-Making

Democracys Second Act by Peter MacLeod and Richard Johnson argues that our current democratic system, focused solely on voting and electing representatives, is insufficient. They propose a second act involving citizens assemblies and public forums, where everyday people can engage in decision-making. The authors emphasize the importance of trust between governments and citizens, and debunk the notion that average citizens lack the capabilities for such involvement. They propose democratic action funds to support these public efforts and highlight successful examples, such as community-driven refugee sponsorships in Canada. The book offers a hopeful perspective on collective intelligence and democracy, with Richard Johnson discussing it live at Vancouvers downtown library this Wednesday.

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