fragmented-politics
The chapter depicts a world divided into numerous small political units called centenals, each with distinct political dynamics and voter engagement levels.
1 chapter across 1 book
Infomocracy (2016)Malka Older
In Chapter 1 of "Infomocracy," Ken travels through a remote, depopulated region of Japan to meet a political contact in a defunct pachinko parlor, highlighting the fragmented and localized nature of political engagement in this future world. Meanwhile, the narrative shifts to Domaine at a voter registration event in Buenos Aires, illustrating contrasting attitudes toward voting and political participation. The chapter ends with a tense but familiar meeting between Ken and Amuru, underscoring the precarious and guarded nature of political alliances in this decentralized global system.