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Philosophy

Exploring Cosmopolitan Democracy in Global Governance Structures

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Despite being called 'international organizations,' bodies like the UN and World Trade Organization lack direct democratic accountability—citizens have no direct vote for their leaders, unlike in most domestic systems.

Why this is interesting

You vote in national elections, but who holds the World Bank or the UN accountable? Imagine a world where you could vote for decisions that affect the entire planet—what if that were possible?