What happens when you give everyday people the power to challenge Congress or Parliament? Simple: a safeguard against political polarisation, bringing common sense back to our government.

Our political system is sclerotic because politicians are too busy trying not to get ousted to actually lead. Nicholas is proposing an activism of sortition to help everyday people into the decision-making process. See how we can light the spark to bypass this gridlock.

Polarisation is eroding the institutional safeguards that once balanced power in modern democracies. As partisan lawmakers manipulate election rules and district boundaries, citizens are turning to new reforms, like Michigan’s model, to reclaim fairness and accountability.

Irish politicians faced a deadlock regarding same-sex marriage due to immense pressure from the Catholic Church. Using a random ballot, a Citizens' Assembly was able to listen to other ideas, discuss, and ultimately break the stalemate, securing a supermajority for equality.

What if your first thought in politics wasn't "how do I win," but "how do we solve this together?" That’s the jury mindset. See how shifting from a political contest to a community dialogue could restore the trust we’ve lost in our institutions.

We’ve turned social media into a digital thunderdome, but it doesn't have to be this way. Wikipedia proved that radical openness can actually create a public good instead of total chaos. It’s time we stop amplifying our worst instincts and start building for our better angels.

Why do we crave things we know are bad for us? It comes down to the battle between what you want right now and what you want to want. See how social media platforms and politicians hijack this exact loop to keep you hooked.

Stop scrolling for a second and ask yourself: why do some online comments make you so mad? Social media isn't a meritocracy; it’s a clickbait engine fuelled by your anger. Here is how the "wrongness" of the internet traps your brain.

Rory Stewart on why Citizens' Assemblies should appoint the BBC board - We all want to know that the board members of a public broadcaster are there on their merits, not because they're doing the bidding of one political party or another.

Protests are powerful, but what if we had an inbuilt system for everyday people to hold the White House accountable? Imagine 50 citizens in Minneapolis, paid to deliberate like a jury, calling out constitutional breaches in real-time.

⭕Les militants ont ciblé le site de #DSV à #Bristol une fois de plus. L'entreprise de logistique transporte des armes et des composants clés pour le plus grand producteur d'armes #d'Israël, #Elbit-Systems. Via : #the_aftershock_

Spike Eskin returns to WFAN by flipping a few birds to the crowd on CBS Sports Network

A vote for Prop D is a vote for working-class families! Prop D will fund essential services like healthcare, programs that address homelessness, and more. It is NOT a tax on small businesses. Learn more: https://caasf.org/2026/04/caa-2026-primary-election-voter-guide-san-francisco/

There’s a reason Trump had his primetime meltdown. Polls have Trump’s approval at a second-term low of 36%, his approval among independents in the 20s, and his support among Republicans falling. This is the fear response of a politically weak, lame-duck president as his movement begins to unravel.

USA TODAY just named Ocean City, NJ the #3 Best Summer Destination in the country for 2026! From miles of relaxing beaches to the vintage thrill rides and iconic boardwalk eats, OCNJ is the ultimate vacation paradise. #OCNJ #OceanCityNJ #JerseyShore #Travel2026 ##Usatoday

Long Island Rail Road workers are picketing outside of stations on Saturday after contract negotiations with the MTA fell through. The strike has halted North America's busiest commuter rail, which could leave hundreds of thousands of riders scrambling.

🦠 Mailen Valle lost her father and two sisters during a hantavirus outbreak more than seven years ago in Epuyen, a village in Argentina's Patagonia region. With the recent hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship, hard memories have resurfaced for the 33-year-old 👇

Find that stash of old vacation photos hiding in a closet, drawer, or garage box. Scan a few favorites and upload them (in privacy mode) to an AI chatbot. www.scanmyphotos.com/blog/2026/05...

What if... for Otakon... we also had some Anitunes, city pop, and more to play at the Museum over the weekend as well? 👀

"Word soon spreads and all sorts of other Casio tones, cosmic whirs, chirping synths and spiralling effects seep into this new age vision, intertwining to lift your spirits" www.theslowmusicmovement.org/post/saapato... Companion Playlist: www.submithub.com/link/new-age... #newage #newyork

🚨 Cúilín Media - Podcast Clip! 🚨 The lads discuss Cork beating Tipperary in Semple Stadium 🔥 A solid start to Munster for the Rebels 💪 Full Pod available on YouTube & Spotify 🎧

Hell is too comfortable for these demons. They're celebrating the new law allowing lynchings of Palestinians

Photovoltaik und Wärmepumpe aus einer Hand – das spart nicht nur Zeit, sondern auch bares Geld. Statt mehrere Ansprechpartner zu koordinieren, bekommst du ... #kostenWärmepumpealtbau #Beelitz

Whether you voted for Trump, for Biden, or for nobody - we want the same things. A better shot for your kids. A doctor you can afford. A government that helps instead of hurts. It's not Red or Blue. It's YOU. #Arkansas

ICE is keeping families with children as young as 9 months old in torturous conditions (Southern TX. 12/11/25 Free countries don't starve children

didn't earn it #analyticaliowan #analyticaliowanpodcast

"I think it's pretty grotesque to see him selling the future of our children and grandchildren down the river" - Zack Polanski discusses Tony Blair's latest intervention on Sky News

video of israeli terrorists torturing and kicking an injured Palestinain boy off the roof. america: THIS is the shit your country is doing to other people, along with israel.

Former federal judge John Jones on Slush fund: This lawsuit essentially—there was no report of a settlement. It was just a discontinuance of the suit, and then comes the settlement thereafter. In my experience—you don’t do that unless you’re trying to keep something from the presiding judge.

Michael Pezzetta regains the lead for the @torontomarlies.bsky.social and delivers a Game 1 victory🥳

Newsmax host: “E. Jean Carroll, you're never going see a lick of that money, and I think you're going see prison”

82-year old Mom went on hospice and entered assisted living last week as her collection of chronic acronym maladies have gone acute (PAD, COPD, CKD, CHF). They told her she should decorate her rollerator (walker) to distinguish it from others. Mom said, "No problem." Love my FL blue dot rebel.

🤖 SFGiants Whew, Jungy is back 🙂

This man claims to make $1 Million Dollars in 10 minutes. Based on that math, he makes $144 Million every 24 hours. Please allow him to share his knowledge on how he does it. #podcast #bros #millionaire #grifter #napoleonhill

This 2D game is getting along really well. #indiedev

Super Short Thought 'A look in the eye and a word in the ear' takes up what James has to say about real friendship, neighbourliness and ally-ship.

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If these are God's chosen people, then I pledge myself to Satan. Fuck Zionists.

Steffen Freund, I like you but your English is terrible 🙈😄

In Simferopol, a new flash mob - "Get in the petroleum line - overnight"⛽️

Deja vu. Going in early. Schedule unknown. Still have VAC Friday.

Absolutely shameless, Donald Trump uses the shooting at the White House Correspondents dinner as an excuse for his illegal East Wing ballroom project.

Quite a catch here by Tigers rookie third baseman Kevin McGonigle, who snagged this 105.7 mph liner off the bat of the Orioles' Blaze Alexander to end the 2nd inning. Saved at least 1 run from scoring on the play.

It's National Mint Julep Day! #NationalMintJulepDay #MintJulepDay #MintJulepsDay It's World Mask Week! #WorldMaskWeek #PassTheMask I don't make the rules! #IDontMakeTheRules One Mint Julep (Clovers cover)

Kevin Warsh’s shift from hawkish inflation views to echoing Trump’s calls to lower rates is worrying for anyone concerned about rising prices. Liz Pancotti joined @macfarlanenews.bsky.social of @meidastouch.com to discuss what this nomination could mean for the economy, workers, & families' budgets.

@therealsnicks.bsky.social @cmr2.bsky.social @axfrommn.bsky.social @roni1133.bsky.social @cosmiclad.bsky.social @ashcampion.bsky.social He was never seen again soon after this

Explore America's 250th Anniversary w SOPBS & Collette Travel. Travel in Sept to Boston, Lexington, Concord, NYC, Philadelphia, DC & West Point Learn more at informational session on WEDNESDAY, Feb 4th, from 2 to 3p at Medford Branch Library More trip info at groups.gocollette.com/en-US/link/1...

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@oversightdemocrats.bsky.social and I just walked out of a fake briefing where AG Pam Bondi refused to say she would follow our subpoena and testify to our Committee under oath. She must follow the law. And we won’t participate in these games. It’s time for Bondi to testify under oath.

Good Friday from daCommunity. $daCAT on ETH

IVANGELI. #GOSPEL #CHRISTIAN #BIBLE #ZULU #EVANGELICAL #LOVE #TREND #VIRAL #FY #CHURCH #GOVIRAL #TRENDINGREEL #GAUTENG #ZULU

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No Kings was the biggest one-day protest in U.S. history. Watch me make tiramisu while I explain what comes next.

Μy 🖋🎬🍏🍎 "13 Strokes..." (#short #art #experimental, 2023) won 1 🏆 in American Filmatic Arts Awards: Best Foreign Short Experimental, NY, USA, 8th Annual Edition, 2024. 💖🌞🙏 #filmmaking #author #writing #writer #poetry #filmfestival #photography #shortfilm #poster

WE JUST GOT HAWKMON ANNOUNCED FOR DIGIMON UP! Which starter are you gonna team up with?? #Digimon #DigimonUP

Alejandro Kirk se fractura el dedo pulgar y se estima que estara 6 semanas fuera. #Beisbol #AlejandroKirk  #beisbolmexicano  #Mexico  #miraloaqui

🫵 HEY YOU! 🫵 Yes, you ! Are YOU an LGBTQ+ Channel Islander /ally? 🌈🏳️‍⚧️ rn we have NO local data that showcases US in all our GLORY. We are changing that, but need your help! 🫶✨ We want to know stuff like:

When I met with the Joel family at their Maesbury Marsh farm last week I was struck by their enthusiasm and just how brave they are to have entered the dairy sector.

Mass surveillance of every American is dictatorship. We are living in it, but some people are still not awake. #datacenter

Kendrick Lamar wins rap album Grammy #kendricklamar #rap #grammy