Democratic Space and asphault

Imagine a framed space, initiated by clear boundaries with a label that reads, "Democratic Space and asphalt." The 2- dimensional box, located on lancaster ave is a call for action. Framing the physical construct of the neighborhood, the "new zone" relates ideas of democracy, to the physical reality of the space. The space is very much defined by physical laws, but is to be found within a larger context, the context of America, the context of democratic ideals. But do ideas of democracy ever make it into the space? How does the space compare to other areas in the united states, say the suburbs for example. The box, and its 2-dimensional state, capture a fragmented view of the real world and encase it with the artificial presence of democracy. How far does democracy actually penetrate? Democracy surely built these streets, and this neighborhood, but can it still be found there today?