Long-term sustainable change happens if people discover their own power. The key is moving the centre of gravity in the decision-making, moving it closer to people in the community, in the field, and so forth -- and away from a centrally directed, top-down approach. For the first time in human history, technology is enabling people to really maintain those rich connections with much larger numbers of people than ever.

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Context Details: http://www.guardian.co.uk/money/2011/nov/18/business-as-usual-cause-economic-problems
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