The dynamics of new power can be harnessed for both good and ill from "summary" of New Power by Jeremy Heimans,Henry Timms
The power of the crowd, the power of connected people, the power of networks have reshaped the way we mobilize, organize, and communicate. This new power is decentralized, open, and participatory, contrasting with the old power models characterized by centralized control, closed systems, and top-down decision-making. The rise of new power has brought about significant changes in the ways we engage with issues, movements, and institutions. It has enabled individuals and communities to come together, share ideas, and take collective action on a global scale. However, the dynamics of new power can be harnessed for both good and ill. On one hand, new power has the potential to democratize society, giving voice to marginalized communities, fostering collaboration, and driving social change. It has empowered people to challen...
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