kohalpeal
Kohalpeal is a fictional concept used in theoretical discussions of local governance and civic participation. In its imagined form, kohalpeal describes a decision-making process centered on local communities, where proposals are developed, debated, and decided through broad-based assemblies or participatory mechanisms at the neighborhood or municipal level.
Etymology and scope: The term kohalpeal is a constructed compound without a single linguistic origin, created
Key principles: Local autonomy, inclusive participation of residents, transparent deliberation, iterative feedback, and the possibility of
Applications and examples: In thought experiments and case studies, kohalpeal is used to compare different governance
Critiques and limitations: Critics argue that a purely local model can lead to parochialism, unequal representation,