Challenges and Opportunities in Digital Democracy: A Comprehensive Overview
In a rapidly evolving media landscape, the transformation of democracy faces both obstacles and advancements. The decline of traditional institutions is juxtaposed by the expansion of democratic processes enabled by digital innovations. The need for regulatory frameworks and platform regulations is emphasized, alongside the imperative of extending human rights to the digital realm. This in-depth analysis explores the intricate interplay between technology, democracy, and law enforcement in shaping the future of governance.
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DEMOCRACY IN A CHANGING MEDIA LANDSCAPE Jeanette Hofmann 30.08.2021 30thBaltic Sea Parliamentary Conference
CAUSES, EFFECTS AND THEIR INTERPRETATION Digitalisation Democracy
AGING INSTITUTIONS OF DEMOCRACY Decline of traditional forms of political participation Weakening relationships between voters and representatives Decline of trust in parliamentary institutions
EXPANDING INSTITUTIONS OF DEMOCRACY Democratic processes: Voting plus political participation Public sphere and the media: growing relevance of public discourse Public gathering, unseen histories, 1960s
DIGITAL DEMOCRACY? ... connects democratic change with digital options The driver is democratic change -- technology facilitates political demands Result: a new digital constellation in need of rules/regulatory framework
RULES? PLATFORM REGULATION! Network enforcement law Digital Services Act Take down illegal content (strict deadlines) Transparency reporting (complaints, algorithms, ads) Complaints management Data sharing
LAW ENFORCEMENT AND HUMAN RIGHTS Extend scope of human rights to digital platforms Establish citizens right to appeal Institutionalise support for victims of diffamation, hate speech Towards a public-private infrastructure for protecting human rights rights
