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POLIARCHISM
A Novel Political Doctrine
Questions & answers
Philips Ferdinand R. Saavedra
The doctrine
What is Poliarchism, in one sentence?
A political doctrine that proposes building citizens’ participation into the institutions of government, so the people’s voice does not end at the ballot box: people’s politics, institutionalized. Start here for the five-question introduction.
Is Poliarchism a political party or a campaign?
No. It is a body of ideas offered for study, discussion and academic examination. It endorses no candidate and asks for no vote.
Who developed it?
Philips Ferdinand R. Saavedra, the author of the five-volume series. Read more on the author’s page.
What does “institutionalized” mean here?
Participation with defined procedures, records and answers, written into how institutions work, so it does not depend on the goodwill of whoever holds office. See the framework.
Is it only about the Philippines?
Its examples are Philippine (barangay assemblies, initiative and referendum under Philippine law), but the ideas are written for any democracy. Articles under International Perspectives compare other countries.
What is the Policratic State?
The outer ring of the framework: a state designed so that people’s participation is part of how it works. Read The Policratic State.
The books
How do I buy a book?
Press Buy on any book: Messenger opens with the title and price filled in, addressed to the Poliarchism Facebook page. The author replies with the payment options and sends the file once paid.
What formats are the ebooks in?
PDF, and EPUB where the book page says so. Each book page lists its format and page count.
Can I get a refund?
These are digital files. If a file is damaged or never arrives, we resend it or refund you. See the Terms.
Do you ship printed copies?
Not yet. Ask us by message if you need printed copies for a class or a study group.
Seminars and media
Can you speak at our school, parish or organization?
Yes. Seminars and discussions on political citizenship and governance reform are free to request: invite us with your date, place and audience.
Can I cite Poliarchism in a thesis or paper?
Yes, please do. Cite the book and volume; for an interview or a research question, write through the contact page.
I am a journalist. Who do I talk to?
Write through the contact page and choose Media; we answer within two working days.