I’m not as clued up on theory as a lot here. I’ve read quite a bit of Lenin and understand his arguments against Parliamentary democracy. What I struggle with is understanding the alternative.

I’ve heard people on the left use the term Participatory Democracy but like all terms it seems to be adopted by the right leading to popularism and referendums. Is the term something Marxists use? If so what’s a good source on the topic?

If it’s not what term should we use?

Thanks in advance. I hope my question makes sense.