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The importance and potential excesses of public participation in public decision making
Public participation in public decision making has become a crucial component over the last three generations, as people have rejected decisions made solely by technocrats. However, historical excesses in California's infrastructure development, leading to a backlash, illustrate the potential for public participation to swing from one extreme to another. While giving everyone a say on projects is important, carrying it to an extreme can lead to problems.