A vision for a political system that doesn't address the economy or social system is far from complete. For instance, capitalism is specifically an economic system, but the reality of the system is that it effects our political and social lives as well. Capitalism carries with it an ideology of competition rather than cooperation, and instead of striving for the best solution for all, capitalism means that people compete for the best solution for them as individuals, creating a culture of individualism that means people are neglected instead of taken care of. We have to think of politics as a system of thought that deeply relates to economic and social behavior. This implies more than a change in political power and it will come from grassroots structures built on egalitarian principles and culture as well as a shift in power.
Social change is a cultural as well as political goal.
Direct democracy means that people will have to become active participants in the political realm and that people learn to participate and be empowering to others. Change cannot happen until people decide together that they want to take back power and become active participants in the political realm. We've compiled writings that fit this vision from people who fall under a number of different political philosophies, from libertarian socialism to social ecology. Labels aside, the development of our own visions for democracy will actualize our work by providing a tangible path to a new society. If freedom is a social aim, power must be held horizontally.