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AMERICASPEAKSEngaging Citizens in Governance

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21st Century Town Meetings

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Diverse Participants

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Table Dialogue

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The Technology

Wireless Computers

Polling Keypads

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Theme Team and Reporting

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The Technology

Video Projection

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• Scaling Up

• Everyone participates; no idea is lost

• Iterative discussions

• Anonymity

• Clear articulation of priorities

• Timely, transparent reporting

Strengths of the Model

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• Every voice is at the tables

• Decision-makers involved at each step

• Right content, structure, and process

• Outcomes that make a difference

Critical Success Factors