Indie Founder #366 - I Took My First Step In Politics And You Should Do It Too!
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Nov 17, 2025 Dive into a fascinating journey exploring local politics! Discover the hurdles faced by entrepreneurs eager to make an impact outside traditional roles. Hear insights on Portugal's pressing housing crisis and the nuances of political party dynamics. Reflect on the potential of direct democracy versus conventional systems. Tiago envisions how technology could enhance civic participation and transparency. Join a thought-provoking discussion about capitalism's merits and pitfalls and what a future with AI in democracy might look like!
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Fixing His Building Sparked Civic Action
- Tiago became building administrator after finding the manager company negligent and fixed long-standing issues like the facade and roof within a year.
- Managing neighbors taught him leadership, conflict resolution, and reinforced acting instead of staying discouraged.
Local Problems Mirror National Politics
- Small community problems act as microcosms of national politics and reveal the same social dynamics and blockages.
- Solving local issues showed Tiago that capable, motivated people can rapidly implement change.
Joining A Party Dinner Revealed Gaps
- Tiago joined a liberal political party and attended a local dinner to learn how parties operate and meet people.
- He found the gatherings friendly but informal and lacking structured roles or ways to plug in specific skills.