A real democracy can be returned to North America, and to any other country that truly wants it, and is willing to suffer some, for as long as it takes.

First, we must make a list of the ways that our present government doesn't fit the description of democracy. At the top of my list would be to eliminate the National Defense Authority Act, because it destroys the entire Bill of Rights, and nullifies much of the Constitution, taking away the power of the judiciary, and giving it to the executive branch.

When the list is complete, it will be presented to the members of the Senate and the House of Representatives. After a waiting period, both houses will be required to decide whether to accept the changes.

If their answer is 'no,' we will begin a period of not showing up for work. No violence, just staying home. There will have to be support groups which can provide food and sustenance for those not working. At some point, the list of non-workers - trash collectors, longshoremen, tax drivers - will long enough to bring even the most ardent serf owner to his senses.

It will take planning and sacrifice, but it is the only non-violent way back to a real democracy.

GEOFFREY A. CORSON, Dauphin