Citizen Version 2.1

Advocates for direct democracy through national referendum mechanism in the United States

Primary audience
American Citizens
Work area
Political Reform
Topic
Direct Democracy

About Organization

The organization works to establish a binding national referendum system in the United States, similar to Switzerland's direct democracy model. It promotes the concept that American citizens should have direct authority over national policy decisions, positioning the citizenry as the highest branch of government. The organization operates with a focus on expanding democratic participation and civic responsibility.

What They Focus On

Direct Democracy

Establishing binding national referendum system allowing citizens to make direct policy decisions on federal matters

Civic Responsibility

Cultivating mature citizenship by giving Americans serious democratic responsibilities and direct governance authority

Democratic Reform

Restructuring American government to position citizenry as fourth and highest branch with binding decision authority

How They Work

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  • 01

    Public Education

    Educate Americans about direct democracy principles and the benefits of binding national referendums

  • 02

    Build Support

    Mobilize citizens to demand direct voice in national policy through grassroots organizing efforts

  • 03

    Advocate Reform

    Campaign for constitutional amendments establishing binding referendum mechanism at federal level

  • 04

    Implement System

    Support transition to direct democracy model with citizenry as highest government branch

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Citizen Version 2.1

National Referendum Advocacy

Campaign to establish a Swiss-style binding referendum system giving citizens direct voice in federal policy decisions

Civic Education Initiative

Programs to prepare Americans for increased democratic responsibilities and mature citizenship through direct governance participation

Democracy Reform Research

Study and promotion of direct democracy models to strengthen American democratic institutions and citizen engagement

Team & Leadership

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