E-democracy, a combination of the words "electronic" and "democracy," comprises the use of electronic communications technologies such as the Internet in enhancing democratic processes within a democratic republic or representative democracy. It is a political development still in its infancy, as well as the subject of much debate and activity within government, civic-oriented groups and societies around the world.

The term is both descriptive and prescriptive. Typically, the kinds of enhancements sought by proponents of e-democracy are framed in terms of making processes more accessible; making citizen participation in public policy decision-making more expansive and direct so as to enable broader influence in policy outcomes as more individuals get involved it will yield smarter policies; increasing transparency and accountability; and keeping the government closer to the consent of the governed, thereby increasing its political legitimacy. E-democracy includes within its scope electronic voting, but has a much wider span than this single aspect of the democratic process.

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Citizens dont just vote every few years and wait for the next election to particpate in public life.  we care about the future of our communities.  Leveraging the availability and widespread use of the Internet.  With the Internet citizens can pariticpate on their own time, from anywhere.  Through listening to others and building a shared space for diverse points of view. 

Rate Your Politician enables thousands of e-citizens to debate, discuss and interact in live chat, video chat. and real time rating system.  The power of the Intenet allows every actor in society to be represented and accounted for citzens and government, citizens and politicians and citizen and fellow citizens.  Everyone can work at shaping the public agenda.