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Direct Democracy TODAY
by Simon Gregory

5thavenueartist
Feb 62 min read
Switzerland: A Country Invented by Direct Democracy!
When people think of direct democracy, Switzerland often comes to mind, along with scenic mountains, and punctual trains. Historically,...
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5thavenueartist
Feb 62 min read
Three novels about Switzerland's quirky knack for Direct Democracy and why this centuries-old system might just be the antidote to today’s political circus.
📚Three Novels 🦸♂️One Hero 🗳️Millions Empowered via #DirectDemocracy Enlightened Thomas Mercer, a British advisor to start-ups, never...
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5thavenueartist
Jan 133 min read
Direct Democracy & Servant Leadership
If servant leadership became the cornerstone of government and Swiss-style direct democracy was implemented, our countries would...
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5thavenueartist
Jan 132 min read
CENSORSHIP
It's interesting. History records that in the wake of the development of the printing press, the Habsburgs who were the rulers of much of...
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5thavenueartist
Jan 132 min read
NO to Quangos
What are quangos? Quangos, or quasi-autonomous non-governmental organizations, are entities that operate independently of direct...
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5thavenueartist
Jan 134 min read
From Titles to Functions:
From Titles to Functions: Recovering Governance That Serves the People - A cultural shift required I have an idea that the essence of...
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5thavenueartist
Jan 135 min read
Oligopolies & Democracy
The rise of “oligopolies” poses significant dangers for society and ultimately for democracy. Oligopolies concentrate power in the hands...
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5thavenueartist
Jan 133 min read
I'd like to return my toaster!
A political manifesto is, in many ways, the ultimate sales pitch. It’s the shiny box on the shelf of democracy, wrapped in patriotic...
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5thavenueartist
Nov 13, 20241 min read
Most common voting issues in Switzerland 1848 to 2022
In Switzerland, just about any policy area can end up on the ballot, meaning voters might find themselves deciding on anything from tax...
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5thavenueartist
Nov 13, 20244 min read
Servant Leadership
Who wants to be first, should be the "servant" of all! A friend of mine wrote a great short article which I have permission to use. It's...
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5thavenueartist
Oct 20, 20243 min read
US News Report on Switzerland - full article in the link👇
Before you read the article in the link, here are my thoughts based on the different elements highlighted in the report and how they are...
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5thavenueartist
Oct 3, 20243 min read
"Democracy Unveiled: Swiss Direct Democracy vs. the Illusion of Representation"
An illusion of democracy occurs when the appearance of democratic processes exists, but the true mechanisms of power are concentrated in...
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5thavenueartist
Sep 2, 20242 min read
Why they’re scared of Swiss style Direct Democracy.
The concept of Swiss-style direct democracy presents a challenge to globalists because it embodies a form of governance that is...
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5thavenueartist
Jun 14, 20243 min read
Direct Democracy Redefines the Relationship Between the Electorate and their Representatives.
Direct democracy, a system where citizens vote directly on laws and policies rather than electing representatives to solely make those...
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5thavenueartist
Jun 14, 20242 min read
The Implications of Implementing Swiss style Direct Democracy
How it might transform societal fabric, establish a new cultural trait, and create a new sense of identity & empowerment for voters,...
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5thavenueartist
Jun 3, 20243 min read
Democracy 4.0: The Swiss Way of Governance
When we talk about advancements in technology, "4.0" has become synonymous with the cutting edge, the latest and greatest, the sleek and...
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5thavenueartist
Jun 3, 20241 min read
Brochure on Swiss Style Direct Democracy
For a comprehensive view of Swiss style Direct Democracy click the link for an informative brochure #DirectDemocracy - Better still you...
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5thavenueartist
Jun 3, 20242 min read
Fritz Lang's film Metropolis & a Direct Democracy Transition
I’m going through an analysis of different dystopian movies 🎥 and trying to find elements of direct democracy. One of my all time...
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5thavenueartist
Jun 3, 20243 min read
George Orwell's 1984 and a Direct Democracy Transition
I was thinking recently about the difference "direct democracy" would have made to the story of 1984 by George Orwell, one of my...
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5thavenueartist
Jun 3, 20242 min read
No matter where you look free speech seems to be under attack, however did you know that Direct Democracy is one of the Strongest Guardians of Free Speech?
Integral to the very concept of Direct Democracy is its emphasis on free speech, given that it can only operate on principles that...
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