The Effects of IT on Democracy

Explore the impact of technology on democratic processes in this thought-provoking conference talk from GOTO Berlin 2016. Delve into how IT affects voters, campaigns, media coverage, and election outcomes. Examine the history of technology in political campaigns and its role in controlling dialogue. Analyze case studies including the Leave campaign, Mark Zuckerberg's influence, and Trump's use of social media. Investigate whether technology is increasing civic engagement or empowering vocal minorities. Consider the implications of low voter turnout in the digital age. Gain insights into the complex relationship between information technology and modern democracy.

Introduction
The History of IT in Campaigns
Leave Campaign
Control the dialogue
Mark Zuckerberg
Social Media
Trump
Low voter turnout