The Danger of Dismantling Democracy
"Democracy is not only a form of governance. It is a promise: a promise that we can live with one another in dignity, equality, solidarity, security, justice, and hope. Practicing democracy can enable us to grow, to learn, to care, and to act. Democracy promises life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, but realizing this promise requires that society commit to governance based on the equal value of each of our voices, discernment of our common interests through association, deliberation, and learning; and respect for the exercise of individual and collective agency." --Marshall Ganz in People, Power, Change Don’t excuse yourself by saying, “Look, we didn’t know.” For God understands all hearts, and he sees you. He who guards your soul knows you knew. He will repay all people as their actions deserve. (Proverbs 24:12 CEB) Throughout history, democracy has remained a fragile experiment. The idea that government is "of the people" and "for the people"...