Womens Forum Day 1 second session
October 12, 2007 by Chris | permalink
‘What should women expect from political leadership restore trust in our government systems?’
Democratic fatigue seems to be setting into those countries that have had it for a bit of time. This is balanced by an increasing expectation of the potential of represenational government in those societies that have NOT it. This is really interesting! if we take a look at the US or other so called democracies, the fundamental question is 'are they representative?' is i possible or them to conintue as they are? will we not have to move to another system as the global resource crisis hits us hard?
The panel indicated that we are in a period in which we must reshape our governments. This is a deep challenge since most believe that national governments cannot deal with the challenges of climate change and the new world order. This begs the question.....what will be next?
Comment from floor: We need to look at not just the institutions, but also the family and the way in which we are playing out a role. To what extent are we prepared to trust others? To what extent would be able to trust. To what extent are WE trustworthy?
Comment from floor: I am a politician. I need to balance decisions all the time and often I cannot realize some of the things that I promised. Why are we not able to admit and explain this in public? Why do we so often hide?
Comment from the floor: For the first time since WWII young people in Europe and the US do not believe that their future will not be better than their parents. This is fundamental when we talk about building trust and considering a future that will incorporate trust.
