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Here are a few recent news articles and developments related to direct democracy:
1. **Switzerland's National Consensus Initiative**: In November 2020, Switzerland voted on the "National Consensus Initiative", which aimed to introduce a new type of direct democracy. The initiative, which received significant support, allows citizens to initiate nationwide votes on federal laws and constitution changes. (Source: Swiss Info, November 2020)
2. **Uruguay's Citizens' Referendum**: In late 2020, Uruguay held a citizens' referendum, allowing citizens to vote on several constitutional reforms. The referendum outcomes included the creation of a new senate and a greater say for indigenous communities. (Source: Telesur, December 2020)
3. **Digital Direct Democracy Tools**: The open-source platform "Liquid Feedback" released an update in 2022, enabling citizens to participate in online discussions and collective decision-making on policy issues. The platform has been used in various countries, including Germany and Switzerland. (Source: Engadget, March 2022)
4. **European Parliament's Direct Elections**: In 2022, the European Parliament introduced a new system for direct elections, allowing citizens to vote directly on certain EU policies. The initiative aims to increase transparency and democratic participation in the EU. (Source: Euractiv, February 2022)
These are just a few examples of recent developments in direct democracy. As the concept continues to evolve, we can expect to see more initiatives and applications in different regions and countries.
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