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Winning the democracy lottery | When the People Decide
Episode 232

Winning the democracy lottery | When the People Decide

This week, we bring you an episode from the When the People Decide podcast, hosted by Jenna Spinelle.

The Democracy Group · Jenna Spinelle

August 16, 202320m 2s

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Show Notes

When public officials embark on efforts to incorporate more civic input in city decisions, they are often hamstrung by inefficient means that favor the loudest voices in a room. But more people want a say in their local government; they just need the right opportunity. 

For Petaluma, California, it was something called the "democracy lottery." In this episode, we explore what that is and the power that comes from letting the community deliberate in a public way. Hear from Petaluma's city manager and one of the residents who was part of the fairgrounds panel.

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