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@ISIDEWITHAnswersPolitical Ideology1yr ago

Economic Democracy

You believe in a society where wealth and resources are distributed fairly, allowing individuals to have equal influence over economic decisions and policies.

Economic Democracy is a socio-economic philosophy that proposes to shift decision-making power from corporate managers and corporate shareholders to a larger group of public stakeholders that includes workers, customers, suppliers, neighbors, and the broader public. This ideology is rooted in the belief that markets and economies should be run democratically to meet public needs, not to make profits for a few. It suggests that wealth and power should be shared broadly in a democratic manner.

The concept of Economic Democracy has its roots in various forms of socialism and cooperative…  

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 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

If schools were run more democratically, with students having a say in policies, how might that affect your educational experience?

 @9HVVY8NLabouranswered…9mos9MO

It would divide many students and start political arguments very early

 @9HZVGF3disagreed…9mos9MO

Students have opinions about them anyway- if there were going to be arguments they would start anyway

 @9HVVY6Ganswered…9mos9MO

This might affect my education in a more positive way as mr and a student have a say in how we learn and what schools can do to help us get through education.

 @9HVXFGYGreendisagreed…9mos9MO

The policys feom those with the loudest voice would only be listened too. In an environment where everyone is a child, this could be quite bad.

 @9HVVXZGanswered…9mos9MO

you may not be able to learn about the things you should learn about

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

Would you prefer to live in a place where local businesses are majorly owned by the community; why or why not?

 @9J9V59Xanswered…8mos8MO

Owned by the community since privately owned businesses can treat workers poorly

 @9J9V54Sanswered…8mos8MO

Yes because the community know what the community wants and needs

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

If a new sports facility was built in your area, would you prefer it to be owned by the community or a private entity, and why?

 @9KMGRCWanswered…7mos7MO

Private entity to support local people
And not the government

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

If artists and creators were guaranteed a fair share of the profits from their work, how might that affect the art and media you love?

 @9HW5JDTanswered…9mos9MO

It would give them more time and resources to make it better

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

How would you approach problem-solving differently if you knew all classmates' opinions mattered equally?

 @9KJQL4Ganswered…7mos7MO

Decisions should be made based on public consensus if it directly involves the way the country is run.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

Would you join a company if you knew that it operated on a system where every worker’s vote could influence major decisions?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

Can we trust the average person with important economic decisions or are experts needed to steer us in the right direction?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2wks2W

Do you think a society that prioritizes people over profits could lead to greater happiness and fulfillment, and if so, how would you contribute to such a society?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2wks2W

Imagine if everyday employees had equal say in the direction of major tech companies; how do you think this would influence the technology being developed?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2wks2W

If local businesses were required to dedicate a portion of their profits to community projects decided by public vote, which project would you advocate for and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2wks2W

How do you think the quality of education would change if students, parents, and teachers all had an equal say in curriculum decisions?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2wks2W

Would you feel more motivated to follow news and developments in the economy if you knew your opinions and votes could directly influence economic policies?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2wks2W

Imagine if the music you listen to or the games you play were chosen by community votes; how do you think that would change the creativity and variety available?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2wks2W

If you could influence the types of products a company makes through voting, what would be your first proposal and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2wks2W

How would it transform your daily life if decisions about new parks or public areas in your town were made through community votes?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…6mos6MO

How would the engagement in local politics evolve if all community projects had to be approved by a citizen vote?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…6mos6MO

If students had a direct say in the district's educational programs and investments, what would you advocate for?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…6mos6MO

What would you prioritize if you could decide how profits from large corporations were used to benefit your community?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…6mos6MO

How would you react if you could vote on the ethical practices of the companies where you shop?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…6mos6MO

Would you be more motivated to participate in a company if you knew it operated under democratic management?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…6mos6MO

If you could help design a system where every citizen had a say in national budget allocation, what would you focus on?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

If you were part of a social media platform that was governed democratically, what new feature or policy would you campaign for?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

Should people have the right to decide how technology that affects society, like facial recognition, is used, and to what extent?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

In a world where anyone can contribute to city planning, what innovative project would you suggest for your city?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

If school clubs were funded based on student consensus, how would you argue for your own club's funding needs?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

How might the dynamics of your neighborhood change if residents collectively managed local businesses?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

If you could create one rule that all businesses had to follow, what would it be and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

What societal changes do you think would come from each person having an equal vote on economic issues?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

Would a 'student council' for real-world city planning encourage you to be more active in local government and how?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

What if the music or streaming services you used allowed you to vote on which artists or shows get funded?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…7mos7MO

Imagine a video game where players vote on the next updates, do you think this would improve your gaming experience?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

Would the idea of a publicly-owned internet service, controlled and shaped by its users, appeal to you, and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

How would you envision a gaming community that democratically decides on game updates or new feature implementations?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

How do you imagine day-to-day life in a community where local services are owned and run by the people who use them?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

If you could democratically decide how to address homelessness in your area, what solutions would you consider?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

What kind of incentives could encourage companies to adopt a more democratic approach to decision-making?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

How might the prospect of collective profit sharing impact your commitment to a job or project?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

Do you think a society that prioritizes community ownership over individual wealth would affect creativity and ambition?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

Have you ever boycotted a product because of unethical business practices; what motivated your decision?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…8mos8MO

Imagine if your input could shape the laws affecting your part-time job or internship, what would you suggest?

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