Digital Democratic Innovations in parties and beyond

Abstract

Political parties increasingly adopt digital democratic innovations, spurred by the rise of challenger parties and the COVID-19 pandemic. While many democratic innovations are related to direct forms of participation (party primaries or internal consultations), others are also connected to more deliberative approaches. Many parties have developed digital platforms to facilitate online voting or deliberative practices. CSOs also are embracing digital participation tools. This panel invites papers examining such innovations and exploring their organizational and societal impacts.

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