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Democratic Resilience through Local Governance and Decentralization

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In many democratic systems, local municipalities can respond faster and more creatively to emergencies, such as floods or health crises, than central governments, because they are closer to the affected people and can tailor solutions to local needs.

Why this is interesting

Why do some democracies survive crises while others falter? The answer may lie in how much power is held by local communities.