The solution to this problem of pools of power probably lies in solving what is and isn't allowed using a continuous consensus based method. To enable that, we need realtime feeds of everything available, available to all, and some sort of filtering mechanism to deliver video to the right people for evaluating consensus on whatever happens that is contestable. Today's 'powerful' are only powerful because they control the information. Whatever gets built to improve upon society needs to ensure it can't be wielded for self gain or increased lever of power action.
Social regulation by Youtube commenters? What fresh hell is this?
Consensus is not sufficient. This is why rights-based approaches are developed. It has to be OK to live an unpopular lifestyle that's not harmful to others.
I agree, which is why I said "deliver video to the right people for evaluating consensus on whatever happens that is contestable". That gives you the right to live a way that is 'contestable' without having to pay a price for it (because you have a right to it).
We live in a majority reality. Enough force in the right place causes action.
I'm not suggesting a mechanism that operates on the 51% rule. I'm suggesting we 'elect' certain people to serve in roles that allow quick consensus to be formed when there is disagreement. Put those judgments in a safe place and you have 'laws' that can be referenced in the future.
