The cabildo abierto (open council) was a traditional Spanish colonial institution: an emergency assembly of citizens convened to deliberate on matters of public welfare and, when necessary, to appoint a provisional government. In the tradition of the cabildo abierto, the Restored Cabildo will hold a secure digital election to seat a Provisional Assembly of 15 delegates. This assembly will serve as the legislative body of the restored government, elect a Regent‑Captain, adopt a constitution, and prepare for future expanded elections.
The election is open to all residents of the 27 parishes of Acadiana and Greater New Orleans, and to Creole diaspora members who can demonstrate an organic connection to the territory. Participation is free, private, and verifiable using the Vocdoni blockchain protocol.
🗳️ Voter Registration Opens: [Date – to be announced]
📋 Candidate List Submission Deadline: [Date – to be announced]
🌐 Election Period: [Date] – [Date] (7 days)
📢 Results Announced: [Date]
All dates will be published at least 30 days in advance. Check this page for updates.
Voter registration is online and free. No proof of identity is required beyond a valid email address and, for diaspora voters, the submitted testimony.
Register to Vote (Coming Soon)Any group of citizens may present a closed list of candidates for the 15 at‑large seats. The electoral system is closed‑list proportional representation with a 3% threshold. Seats are allocated using the D’Hondt method.
The Bon Couzan List (“Good Cousins”) has already announced its slate. Other lists are welcome and encouraged. The Cabildo is plurinational and non‑partisan; all lists that respect the principles of the restoration are eligible.
Read the Bon Couzan Platform →The election will be conducted using the Vocdoni blockchain voting system. Vocdoni is an open‑source, end‑to‑end verifiable platform used by the Belarusian Coordination Council and other high‑stakes democratic exercises. It ensures:
Voters will receive a unique, anonymous ballot link after registration. Detailed voting instructions will be provided before the election opens.
The elected 15‑delegate Provisional Assembly will:
The Provisional Assembly is a transitional body. Its authority derives from the popular mandate of the cabildo abierto and the historical‑legal continuity of the Spanish Cabildo.
Q: Do I need to be a citizen of any country to vote?
No. Any resident of the 27 parishes (any nationality) is eligible. Diaspora voters only need to demonstrate an organic connection to the Creole Crescent.
Q: Is the election legal?
The Restored Cabildo is organized as a Decentralized Unincorporated Nonprofit Association (DUNA) under Louisiana law (HB 892). The cabildo abierto is a private, non‑governmental election, fully protected by the First Amendment rights of association and speech.
Q: What if only a few people vote?
The legitimacy of the Restored Cabildo does not depend on turnout. The act of holding a fair, verifiable election – even with modest participation – provides a democratic mandate. A smaller, successful election builds the foundation for larger elections in the future.
Q: How can I help?
Register to vote, encourage others to register, and consider standing as a candidate (either on the Bon Couzan List or by forming your own list). Donations and volunteer support for the election infrastructure are also welcome.
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