A computerized instant democracy

Clever Dick on August 18, 2024 at 5:37 pm

Idea: A computerized instant democracy

Link: https://tribuneonlineng.com/majority-isnt-...

A digital instant democracy can be dangerous, when you consider that the majority is not always right, especially if people vote based on emotions.

Majority isn’t always right

Link: https://tribuneonlineng.com/majo

What is right is not always trendy and what is fashionable is not always right. Was the majority right when they refused to believe that the earth moved

HADRIAN ION on August 18, 2024 at 3:54 pm

Idea: A computerized instant democracy

Link: https://www.idea.int/news/direct-democracy...

Switzerland has a somewhat direct democracy, where citizens regularly vote in referendums to decide on major issues.

Direct democracy: The Swiss experience

Link: https://www.idea.int/news/direct

Disclaimer: Views expressed in this article are those of the individual author. This commentary is independent of specific national or political interests. Views expressed do not necessarily represent the institutional position of International IDEA, its Board of Advisers or its Council of Member St... Read more

8-BIT BOBBY on August 18, 2024 at 2:10 pm

Idea: A computerized instant democracy

Link: https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2021/...

Digital technologies can increase people’s participation in governance, but they are unlikely to replace the current forms of government.

The Future of Digital Spaces and Their Role in Democracy

Link: https://www.pewresearch.org/inte

Many experts say public online spaces will significantly improve by 2035 if reformers, big technology firms, governments and activists tackle the problems created by misinformation, disinformation and toxic discourse. Others expect continuing troubles as digital tools and forums are used to exploit ... Read more

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