Direct Democracy

Definition

Direct democracy is a system where citizens have direct participation in decision-making processes rather than relying solely on elected representatives.

Analogy

Imagine you're playing a video game where every player has control over their own character's actions. Instead of one player making all the decisions for everyone, each player gets to make their own choices. That's similar to direct democracy, where every citizen has a say in decision-making.

Related terms

Town Hall Meetings: Gatherings where citizens can voice their opinions and concerns directly to elected officials.

Citizen Assemblies: Deliberative bodies composed of randomly selected citizens who come together to discuss and make decisions on public issues.

E-Democracy: The use of technology, such as online platforms, to facilitate citizen participation in political processes.