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#AbrahamLincoln: "#democracy is #government of the #people - by the #people - for the #people"
but #democracy is not perfect per default, it needs constant #reform to become better and better (not worse and worse how it was made by (#financial #taxavoiding #lobbyists and other #lobbyists = #corruption)
how to reform democracy? a #conversationwithai: #deepseek
<think>
Alright, I'm trying to figure out how to reform #democracy so that decisions are made faster and are more competent, while also reducing incompetence and corruption. This is a big question because democracy as it stands has a lot of #issues, but it's still considered one of the better systems out there <- read this?
First off, I know that one of the main problems with democracies is that #decisionmaking can be #slow, especially in #large #countries.
There are so many #checks and #balances that sometimes it feels like nothing gets done.
So maybe making decisions faster requires #streamlining some processes.
But how? Maybe reducing #bureaucracy or changing how legislation is passed?
Another issue is #incompetence. I've seen elected officials who don't seem to have the right skills or knowledge for their roles. <- this #AI has seen things!
How can we ensure that #leaders are actually #competent?
Perhaps through better #education #requirements, or maybe having #experts in certain fields advise them more #effectively.
#Corruption is another huge #Problem seems like #money plays a big role in #politics, which can lead to decisions that favor #donors over the people.
#Campaign #finance #reform might help here, but I'm not sure how feasible that is given current laws and court rulings, especially in places like the #US with #CitizensUnited.
#Voter #engagement is also a factor.
If more people participate, maybe there's more #accountability.
But getting people to vote when they feel their votes don't matter is tough.
Maybe changing voting systems, like ranked-choice voting, could make elections feel more representative and increase turnout.
I've heard about #sortition, where #random #citizens are #selected for #decisionmaking bodies.
That might bring in diverse perspectives and reduce corruption since the average person isn't as beholden to special interests.
But would people take it seriously? I'm not sure how effective that would be compared to elected officials.
#Technology could play a role too.
Maybe using #online #platforms for #participatory #budgeting or #policy #discussions.
It could make #government more #transparent and involve citizens more #directly.
However, there's the risk of #misinformation and #manipulation online.
#Term #limits are another idea.
They might prevent politicians from becoming too entrenched and corrupt, but they can also limit institutional knowledge and lead to a #revolvingdoor of #inexperienced #leaders.
#Anticorruption agencies seem necessary, but they need to be #independent and well #funded.
If they're controlled by the government, they won't be effective.
How do you ensure their independence?
#Media #literacy is important because if people are #better #informed, they can make #better #decisions at the #ballotbox.
But with so much #misinformation out there, improving media literacy is a big challenge.
I'm also thinking about proportional representation.
Maybe switching to a system where more parties have seats could lead to more diverse and representative governments, reducing gridlock.
But it might also make forming a government harder if no single party has a majority.
What about making voting mandatory?
It increases turnout but can also lead to people voting without being informed, which doesn't necessarily improve the quality of decisions.
Another thought is focusing on #local #governance.
If more decisions are made at the local level where people can be more involved and informed, it might lead to #better #outcomes #overall.
But not all issues can be handled locally; some require national or international coordination.
I'm also considering how #education plays into this.
Better #civic #education could make voters more informed and engaged.
It starts from a young age teaching about #government #structures, #roles, and the importance of #participation.
#Transparency is key too.
If governments are more open about their processes and decisions, trust might increase. Things like #FOIA requests in the U.S. help, but they can be slow and sometimes
incomplete.
#Incentivizing #good #governance through awards or recognition might motivate leaders to perform better, but it's not a sure fix for deeper systemic issues.
Encouraging #whistleblowers is important because they can expose #corruption before it becomes entrenched.
Protecting them legally would make others more willing to come forward.
Public-private partnerships could bring in expertise from the private sector, but there's a risk of corporate influence if not managed properly.
Inclusive decision-making ensures that all groups have a voice, which leads to more equitable policies.
It requires active efforts to involve marginalized communities.
Independent judiciaries are crucial because they can check the other branches and enforce laws against corruption.
But judicial appointments can be politicized, which undermines their independence.
Finally, cultural shifts towards valuing integrity over power might help reduce corruption. But changing a culture is slow and difficult, especially in large, diverse societies.
Putting all these thoughts together, it seems like reforming democracy requires a multi-faceted approach addressing both structural issues and cultural factors. It's not just about tweaking one part but making comprehensive changes that promote competence, transparency, and accountability while ensuring representation and reducing corruption.
</think>
Reforming democracy to enhance decision-making efficiency, competence, and reduce corruption involves a multifaceted approach that addresses both structural and cultural aspects of
governance. Here is an organized strategy based on the thought process:
### Structural Reforms
1. **Streamline Decision-Making Processes:**
- Reduce bureaucratic layers and adopt more agile legislative processes to accelerate decision-making without compromising thorough consideration.
2. **Campaign Finance Reform:**
- Implement strict regulations on campaign contributions and promote public financing of elections to diminish the influence of money in politics.
3. **Proportional Representation:**
- Introduce proportional representation systems to ensure diverse representation, which can lead to more inclusive and efficient governance.
4. **Term Limits:**
- Enact term limits for elected officials to prevent entrenchment, while ensuring mechanisms for knowledge retention and smooth transitions.
5. **Independent Anti-Corruption Agencies:**
- Establish independent bodies with strong investigative and prosecutorial powers to combat corruption effectively.
### Enhancing Competence
1. **Expert Advisory Bodies:**
- Integrate expert panels in decision-making processes to provide informed guidance on complex issues.
2. **Civic Education:**
- Improve education systems to foster informed voters through civic engagement and critical thinking skills.
3. **Sortition (Citizen Juries):**
- Experiment with sortition to involve diverse citizen perspectives, enhancing
representativeness and reducing corruption risks.
### Reducing Corruption
1. **Transparency Measures:**
- Increase government transparency through open data initiatives, accessible meetings, and robust freedom of information laws.
2. **Whistleblower Protection:**
- Strengthen legal protections for whistleblowers to encourage the exposure of corruption without fear of retribution.
3. **Judicial Independence:**
- Ensure the judiciary is independent and impartial, free from political influence, to uphold rule of law and check executive power.
### Voter Engagement and Participation
1. **Voting System Reforms:**
- Adopt ranked-choice voting and proportional representation to ensure votes count more meaningfully and increase voter satisfaction.
2. **Compulsory Voting:**
- Consider mandatory voting with incentives for informed voting, potentially reducing apathy and increasing political engagement.
3. **Participatory Budgeting:**
- Involve citizens in budget decisions through digital platforms to foster transparency and accountability.
### Technological Integration
1. **Digital Platforms:**
- Utilize technology for participatory governance, enabling real-time public input on policies and fostering informed discussions.
2. **Media Literacy Programs:**
- Launch initiatives to combat misinformation, promoting a better-informed electorate capable of discerning credible sources.
### Cultural Shifts
1. **Incentivizing Good Governance:**
- Recognize and reward ethical leadership through awards or public acknowledgment to promote integrity in governance.
2. **Cultural Values:**
- Foster societal norms that prioritize transparency, accountability, and integrity, encouraging leaders to adhere to high ethical standards.
### Conclusion
Reforming democracy requires a comprehensive approach that combines structural changes with cultural shifts. By streamlining processes, enhancing
competence through education and expertise, reducing corruption through transparency and independent oversight, and engaging citizens more
effectively, democracies can become more responsive, efficient, and just. This multifaceted strategy aims to rebuild trust in governance and ensure
decisions truly reflect the will of the people.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FocQITpJnaQ
#world of the #antidemocratic #strongmen? like #hitler, #mussolini
and #pinochet 2.0 ? really?
this #world can be #different #better and more #democratic, #democracy can be #better, there are #solutions ask #ai how to stop #ukraine #war https://infosec.exchange/@Linknation/114234717501500255
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#meetings #EventDesign #novelty #better #different #eventprofs
@skykiss if u are in contact with them: tell them
0. find out if #nuland is involved if yes: that is very bad X-D
1. make a good plan for after the #revolution how #democracy could work #BETTER #FAIRER create #JOBS than the #corruption that it has become in #TheWest
2. communicate this plan and intention to the world
3. remove the #mafia from office
4. be (hopefully) a positive #example for the rest of the world how #government for the people by the people works
@SecurityWriter if u are in contact with them: tell them
0. find out if #nuland is involved if yes: that is very bad X-D
1. make a good plan for after the #revolution how #democracy could work #BETTER #FAIRER create #JOBS than the #corruption that it has become in #TheWest
2. communicate this plan and intention to the world
3. remove the #mafia from office
4. be (hopefully) a positive #example for the rest of the world how #government for the people by the people works
This is horseshit.
This is FUD, presented as if by a "friend"
Like anonymous "climate activists" telling us to concentrate on carbon capture.
The second largest instllation demographic for Linux is "grandparents" running something their kids told them was windows but is actually a simple ui on Linux,--
--- SO THEY DONT HAVE TO FIX WINDOWS™FOR THEM EVERY WEEKEND.
Don't keep me a secret! My clients will tell you that hiring me is the most effective and cost-effective way to improve your conference.
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We are not the only ones who make their product #better with every #update. But it is far from the norms, some companies actually going in the opposite direction. With #opensource you don't have to take our word for it, as you already have a #BackupPlan #builtin 
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/02/when-software-updates-actually-improve-instead-of-ruin-our-favorite-devices/
https://www.europesays.com/1830698/ Better hires Patrick Kandianis as new VP of business development #america #Better.com #business #FigureTechnologies #HWmember #LendingTree #partnerships #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #US #USA
Digital mortgage lender Better announced Friday that…
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@freeschool@qoto.orgUsers are the biggest weakness of a network / Improving user trust is the #1 solution to large systems of people who fail to share their futures AND are not building trust at all... to really do more than Modern Capitalism
Lately I've had a few good posts about why #systems are failing and missing out the humans themselves. A few post titles are below and short points first.
TLDR: 
User-to-User interaction and progress needed on any network else people stay weak personal contact / match-making of some kind needed by individuals and dedicated ppl encouraging closer relativity / mutuality and from that projects naturally... mutual growing people is essential for wider society, skills and mindset not just growing machines!
(that is the way to Matrix!)
Titles and links below:
1 #Social systems / #p2p fails when the #users themselves are not regularly doing the #trust work #peertopeer and constructively themselves not building that - just consuming media or just on the #Trump hashtag while leaders steal our #future.
Having "system" is not enough We need people or events to get together others together much like online seminars, circles or conferences help 'push' people together or at least see mutuality more clearly.
Post: https://qoto.org/@freeschool/113823713534235778
2 Real work is done ON the users and admin themselves (people change).
It's also NOT about expanding #google on everything or using #BigTech to expand without much mindset change - we need more non-#AWS stuff knowing later that US space is a big #problem / #compromised.
The people-to-people work is doing better stuff than just 'machines' as the main work, coding re-coding the same shit while people stay behind.
Communication daily rather than #massstorage #McDonalds... 
Post: https://qoto.org/@freeschool/113823094138379891
3 Up to us not waiting for leaders or others forever...
Who's ready to build and build with trust? We need to work with those that can actually start and increase, and respond to reason better. Not waiting for history to repeat itself.
Post: https://qoto.org/@freeschool/113822893619105510
These post are so deliciously close to the Holy Grail of togetherness or solving things... saying what needs doing and growing people is the way forward.
Others growing others mean:
#informal apprenticeship /
#better #examples of each other etc.
But also practically giving ourselves more hints what to do each day or with each other (2 main branches) rather than default "job" and statesmen and middle-people in between who ultimately ruin / misuse it all.
My experience is that even fans or mutual appreciators don't seem to be able to get past a certain level and currently paranoia or "I'm busy" excuses happens (until people see how they can use others) but overall it's about how we all work for each other by building each other up and eventually doing more, especially as all the while communication improves (#1 solution to many things I think).
It's about motivation and enjoyment to from that and then suddenly people are not as busy because they make it part of their life. 
As usual I write more which I believe Freemo helps shorten for people.
I see the potential from other admins (who generally are more clever / multi-talented / able to multi-task) and users (who can
rrbe better or are clever in-the-waiting) to not miss the obvious point of social improvement but being / living in more of a two-way action and more 'manually' and deliberately doing it each day - it's not any system
Beyond messaging, Automatic things systems cannot do what human need after ability to contact and see each other's profile and work.
So even if it's looking a 1 profile a week more closely and trying to work with them / help or having a broader spectrum of open-access with other... Then slowly but surely real work (people change) happens.
From #KeyboardWarriors to #Techies to #Carers all people are already doing something we might want to be part of or integrate / bridge together - and as a mix of people we're superior to just floating individual having mostly non-dedicated parts of life and one-way / one-message interaction as a way to get away from outside life that I think all this post helps get better inside and out.
"Improving user-to-user interaction" is the main work.
We can do as a main part of 'working' socially which traditionally isn't what today's #Capitalist "jobs" do..
(because "jobs" are more narrow fields / definitions / contracts of work towards profit mainly and at the cost of everything else almost along the way - including emptying the human they use like a battery at the end).
Deliberately-socially messaging has benefits which I think people themselves/admins are not doing because others are not doing it (and once people do it I believe they will or can be tested!). I believe people love to see progress in themselves and others and doing it gives others the power / potential to help fix things instead of stay victim (which is what you see a lot of posts about, powerless).
Everything in their life can be fixed but has to come from this slowly but surely approach while improving friendship or respect (even from afar, lower level to high and vice-versa).
The people work is social change and like human resources we have it largely unused online as I see it. So while it's not for everyone here
THERE IS PLENTY OF PEOPLE
and from those 'peer-to-peer- type post titles mentioned at the start I'd like to ask #Freemo about this more as I see him as a potential Captain of the football team because basically he's solid enough already which we all need as leader or moderator and so often on the mark.
He has a sense of morality when even if you wouldn't agree you'd thank him for being far clearer, less emotionally capsizing, and more transparent than the other 'leaders' we see currently everywhere.
So #Freemo does seem to do this work often anyway even if it's a small way and I feel people leave better from conversation and do come back again too (supply and demand!...) so why not this as a part-time thing or helping me to do it with his advice?
Points welcome even if it seems too dreamy... it seems totally doable even if slow-burn...
Cheers #Freemo and here's to you in general! 
And I know you have #CleverThis - this is not ignoring that, but a I think you also need a non-company version as "Ask Freemo" / "Free School" (#AskFreemo / #FreeSchool) as not everyone likes to play that #state games of first jumping into a company but can contribute or get there eventually from other safer or less embedded ways...
Better than us spending too much time on hashtags watching #musk #trump etc getting sucked into their attention and spreading their shit words instead of good ones...
Ok that's it - just sending for now, with your help will re-edit / shorten if you can guide a bit / re-say it / cut it down (even if not totally doing it now - just helps me find more meaning and people who obvious see other people as the main 'problem' to solve / improve #mutually from fault of bad people but also the good not working on making something for good in *this* people-to-people way...
I'm a lawyer, not a criminal -- Jimmy McGill #Better Call Saul
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Ok so the Pocketjet PJ-663 manual says,
“- Avoid contact with Diazo (blueprint), carbon-less, or cast-coated papers.
- Avoid contact with vinyl or acetate materials, such as many notebook or report covers.
- Avoid contact with organic solvents, oils, and ammonia.
- When using a coloured marker, be sure to use one with a water-based ink. If you use a solvent-based marker, it may darken the paper.”
So like, I can watercolour just fine, but not acrylic paint them (fine by me).
The laminate is made of PET, which is polyester?
Is polyester “cast-coated”?
#ThermalPrinter #ThermalPrinting #ThermalPaper #laminate #chem #organic_chem #chemistry #AskAChemist #Physics #better #also #Math #Maths #whatever #hashtag
Ageing well.
#Better #wiser #healthier
1. Self-care is first
2. Reduce over-exposure to the sun
3. Nutritious and healthy diet
4. Stay connected with loved ones
5. Consistent exercise routine
6. Stay hydrated
7. Sweet sleep
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/web-stories/7-simple-daily-habits-that-help-us-age-like-a-fine-wine/photostory/113315330.cms
@Susan_Larson_TN@mastodon.online#Comedians #DrewLausch & #ZachTeague #dish on #FireIsland #flops, #amateur #stripshows & #exorcising their #demons
If you’re anything like us (read: #gay), you could probably use a #laugh right about now. Lausch & Teague are part of a growing wave of #LGBTQ+ #artists taking up space and envisioning a #better, #queerer, #funnier #world through #comedy.
#Women #Transgender #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #Entertainment #Comedy #Representation #Culture
Launch of the #paperback version of #lowcode #book
The printed version of the "Low-code #handbook: Learn how to unlock #faster and #better #software #development with #lowcode solutions" is now available. For those of a certain age, this feels more like the real launch 
Credit to my daughters for the patience in taking countless pictures of me until we got two that looked decent enough.
Book webpage: https://lowcode-book.com/
Launch announcement: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7258769958615027712/
