The People's Money (2024-2025)
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Freedom Cafe Staten Island
- Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
- St. George in Staten Island offers easy access via mass transit for participants from across the borough. Its balanced voter demographics make it an ideal location to demonstrate how deliberative democracy can bridge divides and foster collaboration.
- Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
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YouthJustice Impacted PeopleImmigrants/ MigrantsParentsLow Income PeopleLGBTQ+, "Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color"
- Describe the challenge you want to address:
- Our country faces a growing crisis of corruption and anti-democratic forces. Many Americans are unclear on practical steps to protect freedom and democracy, and societal divisions make it difficult to work with those of different political affiliations, ages, or economic backgrounds. Maintaining democracy and freedom is seen as a top priority across the political spectrum, yet effective action remains elusive.
- What is the solution to the challenge?
- What is the Solution The Deliberative Café offers an inclusive, proven method to address these challenges. We propose selecting 36 Staten Island residents, representing diverse political, social, and economic demographics, to: Consult experts, such as historians, on threats to democracy and corruption. Deliberate collaboratively on actionable strategies to protect democracy in the U.S. and globally. Create educational materials, including Public Service Announcements (PSAs) and social media content, to share these strategies broadly. With Staten Island’s near-even political balance (120,709 Democrats vs. 100,752 Republicans), this initiative will model bipartisan collaboration and problem-solving. Findings will be disseminated through: Social media campaigns, fostering broad engagement. A documentary, showcasing the process and its recommendations for local and global audiences. Local partnerships, amplifying the materials’ reach through schools, media, and civic organizations. Measurable Outcomes Recommendations resonate with diverse groups, demonstrated by social media shares and discussions. Staten Island is recognized as a center for non-partisan civic problem-solving, inspiring similar initiatives nationwide.
- Please provide your Zip Code
- 10301
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