Co-Creating the U.S. 3.0 Interdependence Covenant
THE PATH FORWARD: Please Join #unifyUSA Virtual Consultation on August 14, 2024
Revolutionaries, change-makers, thought-leaders, and activists,
The gates of the United States political system have been blown open for us this month, and we are prepared to step around the political gridlock, and pave the path for a new era of political reimagination.
This path that we’re on now, doesn’t waste energy fixing a broken system. Rather, we’re using our energy to start anew. We have a new new system; a new solution for all Americans.
At #unifyUSA we have created a new, inclusive form of government by establishing a People’s Assembly as a fourth branch, part of a multi-body legislative system.
On July 14, 2024, Americans came together to sign the U.S. Declaration of Interdependence where we committed to co-create a U.S. 3.0 Interdependence Covenant.
They committed to principles of equality, dignity, and democratic governance. They pledged to promote love, justice, and transformation, aiming to build a better future for us all.
Together, we are walking this new path towards U.S. 3.0.
This path is fast, this path is forward-thinking, and this path will bring us to a clearing that offers us a prosperous and vital new America.
As we walk, we use the Principles of Interdependence and these plans for democratic governance and reform as our guideposts:
We will establish citizen assemblies for participatory democracy.
We will transform existing government branches to uphold these commitments.
We will ensure our leaders are elected through trustworthy processes.
We will promote equity and inclusivity in all government branches.
A New Government Structure that restores balance and equality exists in these 5 points of change:
A Triune Presidency
A Multi-body Legislature
A Transformed House of Representatives
A People’s Assembly: A new fourth branch for true citizen representation.
An Ethic-based Judiciary
To elaborate, the People’s Assembly will be a New Fourth Branch of Government
The Agenda Council:
This will be a thoughtful, politically reimagined group of 350 randomly selected Americans setting our legislative priorities. This council will ensure diversity, long-term planning, and public engagement.
The House of Representatives - Where ideas become laws.
Through Structure and Selection, 250 members will be chosen through a mix of elections and democratic lotteries.
Their process will include regular renewal, open chamber structure, collaborative leadership, consensus-building, and thorough deliberation.
The People’s Assemblies:
For each proposed law, 750 randomly selected citizens will review and vote, ensuring true representation and informed decision-making.
As I have said, this path is fast, this path is forward-thinking, and it arrives with peaceful transition strategies that will:
Provide gradual change if a democratic Administration continues.
OR, a Rapid Transition if we risk an authoritarianism take over or political violence.
We are ready for this, and THIS. CAN. HAPPEN.
WE CAN break political gridlock, reduce corruption, and ensure a government that truly represents all citizens.
WE CAN transform our political culture to build a more perfect union and active citizenship.
WE CAN live in a country where political discussions aren't about "us vs. them," but about finding common ground.
WE CAN have a government that listens to the voices of the forgotten and amplifies them.
And, WE MUST have a government system that fundamentally understands that the needs of future generations are given equal weight to the pressing concerns of today.
THIS NEW SYSTEM IS OUR CHANCE to give every citizen a real chance to make a difference, not just in 98 days from now on Election Day, but every day.
The gates are open and the path forward is already lit for those of us who have had enough and who are ready for change.
More details on these ideas will be published in the days ahead!
There, we will ACT on our inspiration. We will UNLOCK our political imagination, and we will ACT BOLDLY to achieve political reformation.
We’ll see you, the change-makers of our time, there.
THIS. IS. GO TIME!
About the author: Dr. Paul Zeitz is the author of Revolutionary Optimism: 7 Steps for Living as a Love-Centered Activist and founder of #unify Movements.