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Special Webinar: Revitalizing Democracy: Sortition, Citizen Power, and Spaces of Freedom Part I

Reading Hannah Arendt with Roger Berkowitz

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Sortition: A Pathway to Avoid Violence and Promote Democratic Exchange

This chapter discusses the concept of sortition as a way to avoid violence and promote respectful exchange of opinions in a democracy. The speaker argues that giving ordinary citizens the opportunity to be involved in decision-making processes can help address societal anger and frustration. They highlight the importance of creating spaces for people to express themselves and be heard, as current intermediary organizations may not be sufficient in channeling the energy of individuals.

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