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At the first The Labour Party conference for 15 years with the party in power we were finding out about their priorities for community business, devolution, and the future economy. Read about it in our latest blog post by Nick Plumb 👇 👇 https://lnkd.in/eAD7hvan

My current keynote speech theme (below) is my evergreen speech theme ⤵ It was never about the letters OR the election. For me, all roads (always) point to 2045 where Black and Hispanic people become the majority of working-age adults in our country. ⤵ Working-age adults must earn the wages necessary to spend, save, and invest in the goods, services, and firms of this country and the world. Otherwise, we will realize economic decline. (Hello...Is this thing on... 🎤 ) To earn commensurate with your preparedness and effort, you must remove the encumbrances and impediments that get in the way. Racial inequity is in the way. Therefore it is a threat to our nation's economy. 🔽 ^insert erratic tapping on the mic^ ...IS 🎤 THIS 🎤 THING 🎤 ON ❓ Nothing about this election result changes that reality. ⤵ Let's talk about it in your workplace or upcoming conference. ⤵ Book Here: admin@harperslade.com

”… disparities remain pronounced and have engendered bitter political divisions. The most contentious of these divides is the urban-rural split, which is, ironically, driven by the same factors that have created U.S. prosperity overall: continental scale, decentralized institutions, and immigration-fueled growth. Urban centers have largely reaped the benefits of globalization, immigration, and the shift to knowledge- and service-based industries. In contrast, most rural areas have been left behind. Many still rely on shrinking sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and public-sector jobs. Yet despite this declining economic base, rural regions still wield political power disproportionate to their population and economic output through the Senate and the Electoral College. The U.S. system has thus impoverished rural areas and empowered them politically, threatening the stability of American democracy.”

COVER STORY: OBJ's Advance Central Florida series featured discussions on the region's biggest economic concerns. Learn more about the individuals who are looking to make things better.

American politics has been mired in a debate about big vs. small government for decades as globalization, increasing inequality and the decline of American power has focused voter’s minds on the threats to American values and the American Dream. In preparation for the upcoming election, my weblog NewNationalism.com will highlight the choices created by the new, more relevant debate - globalism vs. nationalism. https://lnkd.in/efRXaeUE

Democracy's fragility, as emphasized by the authors of "How Democracies Die," is a critical concern for the U.S. The decay of democratic principles often begins discreetly, gradually intensifying over time. The emergence of populist and authoritarian figures poses a significant risk to all. In today's landscape, the predominant threats to modern democracies stem from the pervasive issues of polarization and social inequality. To combat polarization, fostering tolerance for diverse perspectives is essential, while addressing social inequality necessitates advocating for taxes and redistribution. Get the book!

This book, authored by Marc Parés Franzi, Sonia Ospina, and Joan Subirats, insightfully explores grassroots democracy and socially innovative initiatives in Barcelona and New York. It highlights how civic capacity and democratic leadership effectively address economic challenges and foster transformative community change. The authors skillfully combine theory and practice, providing invaluable tools and perspectives for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners dedicated to advancing democratic and socially innovative solutions. Find out more about the book here https://is.gd/ktMs3G How do you think grassroots democracy and civic capacity can be leveraged to address social and economic challenges in your community? Let us know your thoughts in the comments

DEMOCRACY AND CREATIVE CITIZENSHIP / 9 May / 6 - 8pm⁠ Public tickets: Pay What You Can, starting at £5⁠ Member tickets: Included in membership⁠ ⁠ What is the potential for democracy to flourish when its citizens are deeply skilled in the acts of creativity and collaboration?⁠ ⁠ In the 2023 Reith Lectures, Professor Ben Adair explained that authoritarianism feeds on isolating people and diminishing imaginations. If citizens cannot dream of other ways of being and do not know how to work together to bring vision to fruition, we give our power away. So, what happens if we skill ourselves up and start innovating democracy? Amongst other things, we understand that people power is exercised well beyond the polling station.⁠ ⁠ For this conversation we’re joined by Jon Alexander, author of CITIZENS, and Councillor Mike Davey, who will share their thoughts. Join us if you’re curious in how we can approach many more of our day to day activities as democratic functions.⁠ ⁠ Book tickets: https://lnkd.in/eym54eEp

The Key to Fixing Everything is All of Us. What if, instead of electing people who want to make decisions for us, we elect people who want to work with us, to help us fix things, to do what's best for all of us, not just the people who vote for them? Human beings are designed to collaborate and current democratic practices are designed to divide us. We can change that - together. Is art an important element in democratic life? Come and hear what Jon Alexander shares from the many stories of people all around the world who are doing things differently, and get inspired to do things differently in Cambridge (which is on the brink of being sold off in lumps for profit without anyone who lives here being consulted!)

For Kamala Harris, *economic growth* starts with *investing in people*. From housing to child care, her economic plans prioritize *growing the middle class* and *lowering costs* for hardworking families -- creating a strong economic foundation that benefits all of us. https://lnkd.in/gS-Rz_Zu