From Techno-Feudalism to Digital Democracy
A three-phase strategy to empower New York City communities to own and govern their digital future.
Imagine
Expanding our collective imagination to envision digital infrastructure as a public good, not a private commodity.
Ambient Connectivity
Reframe internet access as an ambient utility, as readily available as sidewalks. The goal is the exchange of ideas, not just data transport.
Community Microgrids
Like the Brooklyn Microgrid for energy, we can create community data microgrids where value circulates locally instead of being extracted.
Digital Public Infrastructure
Building the "Rural Electrification" of the 21st century. Community-owned data centers, mesh networks, and open-source platforms.
- Community Data Centers
- Mesh Networks
- Open Source Platforms
Plan
Equipping communities with the tools and organizational structures to collaborate effectively.
The Platform Cooperative
A digital platform owned and governed by its members—workers, users, and community stakeholders. Built on 7 cooperative principles.
Democratic Control
Members vote on platform rules, features, and leadership.
Economic Participation
Value generated is distributed among members.
Owned by the People
State-of-the-Art Tools
Participatory democracy platform for large-scale citizen deliberation and voting.
Collaborative decision-making tool for consensus-focused organizations.
Creating jobs for community members to provide human-to-human support.
Build
Constructing the technical and social infrastructure for a human-centered AI ecosystem.
AI Agents + Human Interface
A three-layer stack: Durable System of Record, Agentic Intelligence, and a Disposable Pixel Layer (UI) generated on demand.
Tokenized Services
Making community value visible and tradable. Tokens represent service credits, governance rights, and ownership.
"No Shit Support"
Real, human-centered assistance from neighbors, ensuring no one is left behind in the digital transition.
Ready to Build the Future?
Join the movement to create a more just and equitable digital future for New York City.