Review of Decisive Democracy

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Decisive Democracy" by Harmen Boersma.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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We are all familiar with the concept of democracy and how it is widely preached in today's society. Although not every part of the world experiences and enjoys true democracy, the author of this book, Decisive Democracy, by Harmen Boersma, challenges the concept of democracy while suggesting the we practice democracy through faith and the creator's plan.

He looks at democracy not just from a political standpoint but as a system the involves all institutions, like family, church, and even education. He went ahead to introduce the concept of "decisive democracy," which concentrates on making a deliberate choice that is in line with the creator's plan in all aspects of our lives. He suggests that democracy is a way of life that should be in line with the creator's plans. He included that any society that is rooted in faith in the creator's plan will flourish and be more stable than one based on regular principles.
By adding samples of how democracy works in certain countries, such as Canada, the Netherlands, and Hungary, he points out the role of faith and how it shapes these societies.

This so many things about this book, especially the in-depth historical details about Canada. It shows how much research the author put into his work. Especially the part the mentioned how the English king, Henry VIII, replaced the pope of the roman catholic church in England and renamed it the Anglican church. I also like how detailed the author narrated the role of the church in democracy. This gives a broad perspective of what true democracy should look like. I also appreciate that the book gives practical steps on how the average person can practice decisive democracy in their daily lives.

When it comes to the downside of the book, I would say that most people who aren't Christians would not really follow the author's perspective. To reach a wider audience, I would have preferred if the author included both secular and Christian perspectives. The book was written in an academic tone, which made it a bit hard to read. I would have enjoyed the book more if it had been written in simpler writing.
The book is educative and contains many historical facts. I rate it 4 out of 5 stars, deducting one star for the downsides I mentioned in the previous paragraph. People who love reading books about history will enjoy this book.

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[George Bastem]

The idea of linking democracy to faith and the creator's plan is definitely thought-provoking. It sounds well-researched, especially with the historical details, but the academic tone might make it a bit tough for casual readers.

[Shaniz Tobiaz]

Great work, indeed democracy is being practiced in most of the parts in the world. I would like to know what the author meant by deceive democracy. This a must read for me.

[Mark Lazarus]

The blend of democracy, faith, and history sounds like an interesting angle, especially with the deep dive into historical events and different countries’ political systems. I appreciate books that challenge mainstream perspectives and offer new frameworks for thinking. However, a strictly faith-based approach might not fully resonate with me, especially if it doesn’t incorporate a broader, more secular perspective. The academic tone also sounds like it could make for a dense read. While I do enjoy thought-provoking discussions on governance and society, I’d have to be in the right mindset to tackle something this heavy.