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What does it mean?
Bush notes these are open forums where people can listen to his remarks.
In plain terms
These are open forums where you can listen to me.
What can you take from it?
Public forums allow direct communication between leaders and citizens.

Where it applies

  • town halls
  • public events

Putting it to work

  • invite public feedback
  • host open forums

Questions to consider

  • How transparent is public communication?

Another view

Open forums may still be controlled by organizers.

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