The cornerstone of "public life" online is in local places around this country. Every neighborhood in America needs an online forum/blog/social network, etc. as a key element of open and collaborative governance and community. National politics online is highly partisan and relatively divisive compared to local online participation which is far less ideological. To leave online politics to national ideological battles severely limits the potential of this medium. I'd like to see President Obama and leaders of both major parties encourage Americans to use the Internet to make a difference and raise their voices in their local communities combined with a directory website that help people find or create those opportunities.
Why Is This Idea Important?
Promoting the creation of truly two-way places for members of the public to not only express their views, but also solve problems and take action collaboratively is essential to meet our public challenges in a time scarcity.
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