Direct Democracy

In this "blog" I will be commenting upon areas that indicate potential or real aspects of Direct Democracy; that is - I will be showing areas in which citizens of North Bay, Ontario, Canada and elsewhere could, or do use referendums to control issues within their various governments. In doing this I greatly rely on the experiences of the many jurisdictions who do employ referendums by citizens to make changes in the way their jurisdictions work. More particularly is this the case in Switzerland, in 24 states of USA, many states in Germany, and elsewhere.

Improving democracy is the aim. In essence I am trying to emphasize the importance of citizen-led democracy in improving our governments. Asserting better the wills of the majority of people is what I submit will improve the functioning of our society. As well, when the citizens realize that its they who can have real influence in the way their government works, it will also add aspects of greater accountability and responsibility upon themselves in their daily lives.

It is much to do with the common-sense of the masses, which more often than not can improve upon the performances of their elected elites.

It follows the publishing of my book - YOU Can Control Your Government, or - How to restore real democracy to the citizen. That is a study about proven methods of Direct Democracy via citizen referendums, which should be instituted in Canada.

I hope it will trigger responses from others about their observations about this movement.