Democracy in the Age of Obama

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May 29, 2009 | |

Martha McCoy speaking at the Demos Forum.

Watch a recorded webast of "Democracy in the Age of Obama Part I," a Demos Forum featuring Everyday Democracy's Martha L. McCoy and AmericaSpeaks' Carolyne Lukensmeyer.

The two civic engagement leaders took part in a discussion with Carmen Sirianni on his new book, Investing in Democracy: Engaging Citizens in Collaborative Governance. Their discussion focused on collaborative governance that highlights successful case studies for civic engagement across the country, and makes concrete recommendations for federal policy that serve to promote and strenghthen our collaborative democracy.

Demos' Robin Wright introduces Carmen Sirianni, Martha McCoy and Carolyne Lukensmeyer for the Demos Forum "Democracy in the Age of Obama Part I."

"The health of American democracy ultimately depends on our willingness and ability to work together as citizens and stakeholders in our republic. Tired government policies often fail to promote such collaboration, but if designed properly, they can do much to strengthen civic engagement. Fortunately, in this new era, growing numbers of policymakers across the country are figuring out how government can serve as a partner and catalyst for collaborative problem solving."

Watch the recorded webcast.