This is how Switzerland’s direct democracy works
Jul 31, 2017 · The fundamental principle of direct democracy is that all citizens take part in decision-making and there’s a strong respect for minorities. Unfortunately, this wasn’t extended to women, …
These are the countries which are the world’s oldest democracies ...
Aug 8, 2019 · Have you read? Democracy isn't in as much trouble as you might think This is what Costa Rica can teach the world about democracy This is how Switzerland’s direct democracy works As …
How do people view democracy? | World Economic Forum
Oct 27, 2017 · Direct democracy, a governing system where citizens, not elected officials, vote directly on major national issues, is supported by roughly two-thirds of the public around the world, with little …
What the Philippines tells us about democracy
May 22, 2014 · Beyond balloting, democracy is a “government by discussion” (to quote the Indian economist Amartya Sen), characterized by public dialogue and interaction. The vibrancy of …
The most common myths about social media | World Economic Forum
Mar 14, 2018 · The biggest threat to democracy? Your social media feed As my Norwegian co-author Eiri Elvestad and I discuss in a new book, Misunderstanding News Audiences, seven myths of the …
5 charts that show the state of global democracy in 2024
Jul 26, 2024 · Global elections in 2024 face challenges of misinformation and low youth turnout. Here are five charts that highlight election insights and trends.
Elon Musk wants to colonize Mars to prepare for World War III
Mar 12, 2018 · Musk said he imagines Mars will have a direct democracy instead of the system of government used in the US — a representative democracy — whereby elected officials represent a …
In quotes: How leaders at Davos view Trump's comeback
Jan 23, 2025 · Donald Trump's return to the White House has sparked intense discussions at Davos 2025. Leaders are discussing 'cautious optimism' on tariffs, European unity on climate goals, and …
How US presidents win office: the Electoral College, explained
The system was devised when voting was limited to white men who owned property, amid a fear of direct democracy. “If the manner of it be not perfect, it is at least excellent,” was how Alexander …
Does democracy boost economic growth? | World Economic Forum
May 20, 2014 · In “Democracy Does Cause Growth”, we present evidence from a panel of countries between 1960 and 2010 challenging this view. Our results show a robust and sizeable effect of …