The Rest Is Politics 222. Question Time: Banning phones in schools and parliament, citizens' assemblies, and American isolationism
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Feb 22, 2024 Should phones be banned in schools and parliaments? The hosts discuss the potential of Citizens' Assemblies in enhancing democracy, reflecting on their success in Ireland. They also tackle the impact of AI on education and employment while advocating for stricter regulations in political discourse. Additionally, intriguing insights into historical figures like Charles Lindbergh unveil unsettling truths that resonate with today’s political climate. Join this thought-provoking discussion as they navigate these pressing issues with wit and relevance.
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Citizens' Assemblies
- Citizens' Assemblies use sortition to select a representative group of citizens.
- They deliberate on an issue, often leading to better compromises than partisan politics.
Irish abortion compromise
- In Ireland, citizens' assemblies helped find a compromise on the polarized issue of abortion.
- Rory Stewart believes similar assemblies could have led to a softer Brexit.
Raab's attack
- When running for Tory leadership, Rory Stewart's support for citizens' assemblies was attacked.
- Dominic Raab compared him to Maduro from Venezuela, labeling the idea as proto-communist.
