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If increasing antagonism towards traditional democratic practices and institutions is to be reversed, local political authorities must be willing and able to move beyond consumer satisfaction and public consultation to more deliberative and participatory politics, says a new booklet "Individual Pathways in Participation," published today by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC).

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1. From volunteering and social activism to civic participation
   02-27-2007 · EurekAlert!
   If increasing antagonism towards traditional democratic practices and institutions is to be reversed, local political authorities must be willing and able to move beyond consumer satisfaction and public consultation to more deliberative and participatory politics, says a new booklet "Individual Pathways in Participation," published today by the Economic and Social Research Council.
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3. Genome Buzz: Honeybee DNA raises social questions
   10-28-2006 · Science News Online
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4. Social exclusion changes brain function and can lead to poor decision-making
   11-08-2006 · EurekAlert!
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5. Stone Age Role Revolution: Modern humans may have divided labor to conquer
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7. Funeral directors sponsor death research centre
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   02-27-2007 · University of Bath
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    04-02-2007 · EurekAlert!
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