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Welcome to DemocracyLab!

Political systems all over the world are struggling to meet the needs of their citizens.  The internet provides the potential to focus our collective thinking and to coordinate our actions, but the tools currently available are proving inadequate to address the complex problems of the 21st Century.

DemocracyLab is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Portland, Oregon, USA.  We provide communities with online tools that help them identify problems, construct solutions, make decisions, and take collaborative action.  Take a look around our site and let us know what you think.  We’d love to have your support!