Valasztozik

Valasztozik is a term encountered in theoretical discussions of participatory decision-making and digital governance. It denotes a multi-stage process in which participants influence outcomes by progressively selecting among options. The concept is framed as a framework for structuring collective choice and is often described in contexts where decisions are decomposed into successive sub-options.

In a valasztozik procedure, an initial broad option is broken into narrower alternatives, and participants indicate preferences at each stage. The process may loop through several rounds, with each round filtering the remaining options. An aggregation rule—such as simple majority, weighted scoring, or consensus thresholds—produces the final decision.

Applications are discussed in studies of participatory budgeting, deliberative democracy, and online governance platforms. It is also explored in discussions of algorithmic decision-making and distributed governance.

Critics warn that valasztozik can impose cognitive load, complicate participation, and create opportunities for strategic manipulation if rules are opaque. Proponents argue that careful design and transparency can mitigate these risks and improve accountability.

See also: participatory budgeting, liquid democracy, deliberative democracy, distributed governance.