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Democratic innovation and EU-Public relations

Interest Groups
Activism
Theoretical
Hans-Jörg Trenz
Scuola Normale Superiore
Elena García-Guitián
Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) - The Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM)
Interest Groups, Social Movements, Advocacy and Elite Networks

Abstract

This panel explores how democratic innovations—such as participatory platforms, deliberative forums, and digital engagement tools—are engaging citizens, with a special focus on EU-public relations It examines whether and how these practices enhance legitimacy, trust, and inclusiveness in the relationship between representative government, the EU and the citizens.

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