Exploring politics and governance, this chapter delves into the negative effects of election fever, compromise vilification, and party politics contempt. It questions why idealistic young individuals choose such a career that guarantees defeat and discourages participation in government, suggesting that the best individuals may not be attracted to politics.
David Van Reybrouck's book, Against Elections, helped crystalize a movement for citizen assemblies. In my conversation with him, we talk about the origin of this idea, and how it could complement democracy.