The Governance Stress Test: 003 🌿🏛️

Not to scare you, but let's talk about the threat of elite capture.

Today’s Stress Test:
Is your system resistant to capture by bad actors or dominant groups?

“Systems must include safeguards to prevent the concentration of power.”
—Elinor Ostrom

“Preventing elite capture is essential for maintaining democratic integrity.”
—James C. Scott

We’ve all seen it happen where a collaborative space, a FOSS project, or a community group slowly gets taken over by a vocal minority, corporate interests, or some charismatic leader.

When you are building or participating in decentralized spaces, what’s your best defense against a hostile takeover?

👇 Vote below or reply with a story.

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