TED: What if you could help decide how the government spends public funds? | Shari Davis

The speaker shares their experience in government, highlighting systemic inequities and the need for change. They introduce participatory budgeting (PB) as a solution, detailing its implementation in Boston and its global impact. Success stories illustrate PB's potential to engage communities and drive systemic change. The speaker calls for wider adoption of PB to renew trust in democracy.

What does the speaker mean by 'radical imagination' in the context of government?

What role does trust play in the relationship between citizens and government according to the speaker?

Reflect on the quote from Octavia Butler. How does it relate to the themes discussed in the text?

How can participatory budgeting change the way communities interact with government?