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02 April 2024

Digital tools for citizen participation: how can we succeed in revitalizing democracy?

In theface of the democratic crisis, many solutions have emerged to re-engage citizens in democratic processes. Digital tools for citizen participation are part of these solutions, and can enable participatory democracy to rise to the challenge. Often considered a risk for democracy, generative AI can also be a source of opportunities in this field.


In France and Europe, the expression "democratic crisis" has become commonplace to describe the current state of our democracies. Electoral disengagement testifies to citizens' loss of confidence in institutions, and marks the end of the cycle of electoral democracy in which citizens are simply called to the polling booths once every five years. In response to the urgent need for citizens to reappropriate public action, participatory democracy is experiencing unprecedented growth in France and...
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Jules kuhn

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