In this enlightening discussion, Victor Bruzzone, co-host of the Pill Pod, dives into the intriguing concept of sortition—where representatives are chosen by lottery, echoing practices from Ancient Athens and Renaissance Italy. He reveals how this approach can combat election-driven corruption and promote fairness in representation. Victor also shares innovative ideas for modern adaptations of sortition, including examples from Oregon and Ireland. They explore the tensions between sortition, direct democracy, and electoral systems, sparking a captivating conversation about the future of democracy.
