Title: Direct Democracy is For The People: Defending Direct Democracy Session Type: 1 hour Panel  Track: Democracy Solutions: Direct Democracy Audience: Everyone Organization Sponsoring Content: Ballot Initiative Strategy Center & The Fairness Project Description:  Direct democracy is a tool for liberation and real transformation. Through leveraging ballot measures across the country, we can empower marginalized communities and move closer to the promise of equity. We’ll discuss some of the strategies and tactics the Ballot Initiative Strategy Center has implemented to support state and national organizations throughout the country.