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Direct and Representative Democracy
Category: News & Politics
Duration: 00:23:34
Publish Date: 2019-09-04 21:48:41
Description: We discuss whether direct or representative democracy is better. The former might give elites a bloody nose but can also intimidate minorities, while the latter might allow for compromise yet can create an aloof political class. Referendums are not the answer, but Nick argues that other forms of direct democracy could complement representative institutions and strengthen democratic legitimacy.
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