Levellers revisit Putney, in the spirit of H N Brailsford and Christopher Hill. The New Putney Debates 28th October - 11th November A series of free public debates organised by Occupy London. For full programme of debates see: http://thenewputneydebates.wordpress.com/programme and also see below. 365 years ago the original Putney debates discussed the need for greater democracy and a new constitution for England. Today these issues are even more relevant, with decisions that affect us all being taken by a few, decisions on economic policy, energy, climate change, welfare and education for example. All political power is inherent in the people – so how should we address the democratic deficit? Law & democracy day : How does the law relate to democracy? Whose interests does the legal system serve – the public or private interest? Do we need a new civil rights movement to elevate people and nature’s rights above corporate rights? Come along and have your say! Cont...