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Democracy under the microscope: a sharp critique and a practical plan for better government.
This examination questions how our political system uses elections and party competition, and suggests real improvements for a more efficient, responsible government.
This edition presents a clear argument that large governments need centralized leadership and direct public participation at every stage. It argues that a single executive, direct accountability, and a system of public meetings can align the work of government with the people’s judgment—without sacrificing liberty or reform.- Why the current way of selecting and controlling leaders may limit effectiveness
- How a single head of the administration could improve consistency and responsibility
- The role of public meetings in making government decisions more open and accountable
- What the author sees as necessary changes to organize the people for better governance
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book comprehensively explores the theoretical framework and practical outcomes of the democratic government system implemented in the United States, examining the gap between intended design and real-world results. The author posits that while democratic theory emphasizes the paramount power of individual citizens, in practice, the selection and control of high-ranking public officials has fallen into the hands of professional politicians organized into powerful election machines. The author contends that this shift has created a privileged class of political insiders, obstructing the entry of qualified individuals into public service, curtailing citizens' genuine political agency, and diminishing the government's efficiency. Through an analysis of historical and contemporary evidence, the book underscores the need to reassess existing political structures to restore the balance between democratic ideals and effective governance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330035320_0
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