I would suggest using a random selection method, such as sortition, to choose members of the Athenian Council of Five Hundred. This approach ensures that all eligible citizens have an equal chance of being selected, promoting democratic participation and reducing the influence of wealth and political connections. Additionally, it fosters a diverse representation of the citizenry, reflecting a broader range of perspectives and experiences in governance. This method aligns with the democratic ideals of Athens by empowering ordinary citizens to take part in decision-making processes.
The council has supernumerary members so that there will be the required number for voting will be present even when some members are absent.
Five permanent members of the UN security council plus Germany The 5-plus-1 group -- the permanent Security Council members Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States plus Germany
The United States Senate consists of one hundred members, with each senator serving a six-year term. Senators are elected by the citizens of their respective states and represent their interests at the federal level. The staggered election system ensures that approximately one-third of the Senate is up for re-election every two years, maintaining continuity within the legislative body.
To become "Right Honourable" (Rt Hon), an individual must be appointed to a position in the Privy Council of the United Kingdom. This prestigious title is typically granted to members of the House of Lords or select members of the House of Commons, often as a recognition of their service or contribution to public life. The appointment is made by the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister. Once conferred, the title is retained for life.
3-member committees from 12 candidates = (12 x 11 x 10) / (3 x 2) = 220 committees9-member committees = (12 x 11 x 10 x 9 x 8 x 7 x 6 x 5 x 4) / (9 x 8 x 7 x 6 x 5 x 4 x 3 x 2) = 220 committees.By George! That's right!
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demorcratic vote
In Athens each of the ten tribes elected 50 members to the Council.
The Seattle City Council has 9 members.
The United Nations Security Council has 15 members.
The mayor is Trevor Miller, the council members are led by Roy Whitehead, and other leading members are Simon Burns, Alan Haselhurst, and John Whittingdale. The council has 57 total members.
There are currently 10 executive council members in the FCCLA.
council-manager model
It was direct democracy - the citizens met in fortnightly assembly and decided on issues, which decisions were implemented by the council. Today's democracies are representative democracies - citizens elect members of parliament to direct government.
In England they are members, chosen by the elected councilors, in a borough or county council and are senior members of a local council
It is a body that helps to advise the president in exercising some their powers. Members include the current Taoiseach and former Taoisigh, former presidents and members of the executive, legislature and judiciary branches of the government. The president also nominates up to seven members of their own choosing.
Council-manager model A+