politikann
Politikann is a theoretical framework for public governance that emphasizes broad citizen participation, deliberative decision-making, and transparent accountability. It envisions policy making as a continuous cycle of inclusive discussion, evidence-based proposals, and modular implementation across local, regional, and national levels. The term politikann is a neologism formed from the word politik (politics) and a general suffixed form meaning action or process, used in academic and speculative discussions to describe this approach.
Origins and scope: The concept emerged in late 20th and early 21st century debates about reforming representative
Core principles: Politikann centers on participatory legitimacy, where all affected stakeholders have a voice in policy
Mechanisms and practices: It envisions structured citizen assemblies, deliberative online platforms, and open policy testing with
Reception and challenges: Critics raise concerns about scalability, digital inclusion, potential manipulation, and the political dynamics