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An Optimistic Book on Democracy for Local Government Leaders.

This article focuses on the insights of Pat Martel, West Coast regional director of the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), regarding the book *Healing the Heart of Democracy: The Courage to Create a Politics Worthy of the Human Spirit* by Parker J. Palmer. The book addresses lo...

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Published in:Public Management (00333611) Vol. 108; no. 8; pp. 52 - 54
Main Author: FITZPATRICK, KATE
Format: Interview
Published: International City/County Management Association Aug2026
Subjects:
United States
Democracy
Local government
Political participation
Polarization (Social sciences)
Collective action
Trust
Forums
Inclusive leadership
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