ICT - A driver for improving Democracy - E-government.ge
ICT - A driver for improving Democracy - E-government.ge
ICT - A driver for improving Democracy - E-government.ge
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e-<strong>Democracy</strong>e-<strong>Democracy</strong> refers to the use of in<strong>for</strong>mation technologies andcommunication technologies and strategies in political and governanceprocesses.The goal of e-democracy is to reverse the cynicism citizens have about their<strong>government</strong> institutions.“Tell me and I will <strong>for</strong><strong>ge</strong>t,show me and I will remember,involve me and I will understand.”An old Chinese proverbe-<strong>Democracy</strong> IS –• right of access and accountability• right to discuss and debate• constituent’ s voice being heard and valuede-<strong>Democracy</strong> IS NOT –• just about technology• an e-<strong>government</strong> service• a “push-button” democracy• an answer to all problems