Government
Moving Toward Multi-Dimensional Democracy
If the Hewlett Foundation’s Madison Initiative wants to strengthen American democracy, it needs to adopt a more multi-layered democratic theory.
Tag: Democracy
Global Issues
Putting Politics Back Into Development
Why the international development community cannot ignore the role of politics in creating sustainable social change.
Advocacy
Scrutinizing ONE’s “Secret Sauce” for Global Social Change
How a global NGO has fought extreme poverty using a formula that mixes pragmatic incrementalism and practical idealism with pop culture.
Review
Government
Government by Toolkit
The first chief technology officer of the United States offers a vision for remaking public services.
Government
Philanthropy in a Time of Polarization
The polarization of US politics is imposing new limits on how foundations can influence the policy process.
Advocacy
Lean In—Together
Gender pay equity is higher in countries where women's involvement in advocacy and organizing efforts is more robust.
Government
Tackling Political Polarization Through Philanthropy
Steps funders can take to tackle partisan gridlock and solve social problems at scale.
Civil Society
Leadership in an Age of Activism
Effective leaders encourage dissent and activism, combining listening skills with the ability to define and live up to a convincing moral and political vision.
Review
Cities
Saviors at City Hall?
Urban leaders offer a model for tackling big global problems that nation-states are failing to address.
Civic Engagement
Reclaiming Democracy: A Plea for Political Entrepreneurship
We face daunting challenges, but political institutions cannot cope; it's time to shake up the system.