lepingulism
Lepingulism is a term used in theoretical and speculative discussions to describe a decentralized, participatory political philosophy that seeks to balance local autonomy with cooperative governance across scales. Proponents imagine governance structures that empower citizens, reduce bottlenecks of central authority, and adapt to changing social and environmental conditions.
Origins and usage: The term is traced to early 21st‑century debates and appears in fictional and scholarly
Core principles: Lepingulism emphasizes subsidiarity, deliberative decision-making, and modular experimentation; transparent, open platforms for proposal and
Institutions and practices: It relies on deliberative forums, representative and randomly selected components, and pilot modules
Reception and influence: In speculative and analytical contexts, lepingulism is presented as an alternative to centralized
Criticism: Critics warn of potential gridlock, inconsistency, or local interests overshadowing wider needs. Proponents respond that
See also: deliberative democracy, sociocracy, participatory budgeting, polycentric governance.