Elections Digital Technologies Human Rights

Author : Ardita Driza Maurer
Publisher : Council of Europe
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2024-04-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Digital technologies in elections by Ardita Driza Maurer Pdf

Digital solutions are increasingly used in elections. Their security has attracted much attention in the recent years as it impacts the integrity of elections. The legislator has the important burden to introduce regulations ensuring that only digital solutions which comply with constitutional principles can be used in elections. This is not an easy task as the field is still experimental. The two studies presented here raise legal questions, draw upon past experiences in several countries and suggest possible approaches. This publication will be of interest to legislators and executive authorities, namely Election Management Bodies, that are invited to decide on the use of digital solutions in elections.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1158220929

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Elections, Digital Technologies, Human Rights by Anonim Pdf

"COVID-outbreak affected mostly all areas of public and private life all over the world. Elections are not an exception. State authorities either delay and re-schedule the initially planned elections or consider alternative voting processes and procedures to protect voters and election commissioners from spreading the virus at the polling stations (e.g. postal voting, remote voting etc.).Just in a few weeks, COVID-19 taught us how to live and work online. But what about voting? Paper ballots have always been the most trustworthy voting technology. However, different digital solutions may become very attractive in the given circumstances today. Whenever introduction of digital technologies into electoral process is discussed and pursued, respective legal and practical considerations should be carefully weighed up.To this end, the Council of Europe collected its respective standards, recommendations and guidelines how to ensure right to free elections, enshrined in the European Convention on Human Rights, in the era of digital technologies and AI. The compendium will be updated on a regular basis with relevant Council of Europe documents and instruments, once they are developed and adopted."--

Author : Lucy Bernholz,Hélène Landemore,Rob Reich
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2021-02-17
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780226748603

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Digital Technology and Democratic Theory by Lucy Bernholz,Hélène Landemore,Rob Reich Pdf

One of the most far-reaching transformations in our era is the wave of digital technologies rolling over—and upending—nearly every aspect of life. Work and leisure, family and friendship, community and citizenship have all been modified by now-ubiquitous digital tools and platforms. Digital Technology and Democratic Theory looks closely at one significant facet of our rapidly evolving digital lives: how technology is radically changing our lives as citizens and participants in democratic governments. To understand these transformations, this book brings together contributions by scholars from multiple disciplines to wrestle with the question of how digital technologies shape, reshape, and affect fundamental questions about democracy and democratic theory. As expectations have whiplashed—from Twitter optimism in the wake of the Arab Spring to Facebook pessimism in the wake of the 2016 US election—the time is ripe for a more sober and long-term assessment. How should we take stock of digital technologies and their promise and peril for reshaping democratic societies and institutions? To answer, this volume broaches the most pressing technological changes and issues facing democracy as a philosophy and an institution.

Author : Kate Jones
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Disinformation
ISBN : 1784133744

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Online Disinformation and Political Discourse by Kate Jones Pdf

Author : Steven Feldstein
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780190057497

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The Rise of Digital Repression by Steven Feldstein Pdf

"A Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Book" -- dust jacket.

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Computer Science and Telecommunications Board,Policy and Global Affairs,Committee on Science, Technology, and Law,Committee on the Future of Voting: Accessible, Reliable, Verifiable Technology
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 181 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2018-09-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780309476478

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Securing the Vote by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Computer Science and Telecommunications Board,Policy and Global Affairs,Committee on Science, Technology, and Law,Committee on the Future of Voting: Accessible, Reliable, Verifiable Technology Pdf

During the 2016 presidential election, America's election infrastructure was targeted by actors sponsored by the Russian government. Securing the Vote: Protecting American Democracy examines the challenges arising out of the 2016 federal election, assesses current technology and standards for voting, and recommends steps that the federal government, state and local governments, election administrators, and vendors of voting technology should take to improve the security of election infrastructure. In doing so, the report provides a vision of voting that is more secure, accessible, reliable, and verifiable.

Author : Sam van der Staak,Peter Wolf
Publisher : International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA)
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2019-07-19
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789176712559

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Cybersecurity in Elections by Sam van der Staak,Peter Wolf Pdf

Information and communication technologies are increasingly prevalent in electoral management and democratic processes, even for countries without any form of electronic voting. These technologies offer numerous new opportunities, but also new threats. Cybersecurity is currently one of the greatest electoral challenges. It involves a broad range of actors, including electoral management bodies, cybersecurity expert bodies and security agencies. Many countries have found that interagency collaboration is essential for defending elections against digital threats. In recent years significant advances have been made in organizing such collaboration at the domestic and international levels. This guide tracks how countries are making progress on improving cybersecurity in elections. Based on an extensive collection of 20 case studies from all over the world, it provides lessons for those wanting to strengthen their defences against cyberattacks.

Author : Peter Wolf,Rushdi Nackerdien,Domenico Tuccinardi
Publisher : International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA)
Page : 39 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2011-12-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789186565428

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Introducing Electronic Voting by Peter Wolf,Rushdi Nackerdien,Domenico Tuccinardi Pdf

Electronic voting is often seen as a tool for making the electoral process more efficient and for increasing trust in its management. Properly implemented, e-voting solutions can increase the security of the ballot, speed up the processing of results and make voting easier. However, the challenges are considerable. If not carefully planned and designed, e-voting can undermine the confidence in the whole electoral process. Technology upgrades in elections are always challenging projects that require careful deliberation and planning. Introducing e-voting is probably the most difficult upgrade as this technology touches the core of the entire electoral process—the casting and counting of the votes. E-voting greatly reduces direct human control and influence in this process. This provides an opportunity for solving some old electoral problems, but also introduces a whole range of new concerns. Consequently, e-voting usually triggers more criticism and opposition and is more disputed than any other information technology application in elections. This Policy Paper outlines contextual factors that can influence the success of e-voting solutions and highlights the importance of considering these factors before choosing to introduce new voting technologies.

Author : Peter Wolf,Abdul Alim,Brown Kasaro,Pontius Namugera,Mohammed Saneem,Tamir Zorigt
Publisher : International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA)
Page : 77 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2017-06-20
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789176712054

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Introducing Biometric Technology in Elections by Peter Wolf,Abdul Alim,Brown Kasaro,Pontius Namugera,Mohammed Saneem,Tamir Zorigt Pdf

A credible voter register gives legitimacy to the electoral process and helps prevent electoral fraud. However, voter registration remains a complex and contested task. It is one of the most important activities that an electoral management body needs to conduct, but it is also one of the most costly in terms of both time and resources. Many countries that face challenges in creating an accurate voter register are considering reforming their voter registration systems through the introduction of biometric technologies. The drive towards biometrics has been facilitated by its largely apolitical nature. Investing in high-tech solutions allows stakeholders to demonstrate their commitment to resolving electoral problems. At the same time, expectations on biometric solutions may be exaggerated. This guide provides an overview of key concepts and considerations for all stakeholders involved in discussions about the application of biometrics in elections, both for voter registration before an election and for voter verification at polling stations on election day.

Author : Samuel C. Woolley,Philip N. Howard
Publisher : Oxford Studies in Digital Poli
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2018-11-12
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780190931407

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Computational Propaganda by Samuel C. Woolley,Philip N. Howard Pdf

Social media platforms do not just circulate political ideas, they support manipulative disinformation campaigns. While some of these disinformation campaigns are carried out directly by individuals, most are waged by software, commonly known as bots, programmed to perform simple, repetitive, robotic tasks. Some social media bots collect and distribute legitimate information, while others communicate with and harass people, manipulate trending algorithms, and inundate systems with spam. Campaigns made up of bots, fake accounts, and trolls can be coordinated by one person, or a small group of people, to give the illusion of large-scale consensus. Some political regimes use political bots to silence opponents and to push official state messaging, to sway the vote during elections, and to defame critics, human rights defenders, civil society groups, and journalists. This book argues that such automation and platform manipulation, amounts to a new political communications mechanism that Samuel Woolley and Philip N. Noward call "computational propaganda." This differs from older styles of propaganda in that it uses algorithms, automation, and human curation to purposefully distribute misleading information over social media networks while it actively learns from and mimicks real people so as to manipulate public opinion across a diverse range of platforms and device networks. This book includes cases of computational propaganda from nine countries (both democratic and authoritarian) and four continents (North and South America, Europe, and Asia), covering propaganda efforts over a wide array of social media platforms and usage in different types of political processes (elections, referenda, and during political crises).

Author : Andreas Jungherr,Gonzalo Rivero,Daniel Gayo-Avello
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2020-06-11
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781108419406

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Retooling Politics by Andreas Jungherr,Gonzalo Rivero,Daniel Gayo-Avello Pdf

Provides academics, journalists, and general readers with bird's-eye view of data-driven practices and their impact in politics and media.

Author : Duncan Omanga,Admire Mare,Pamela Mainye
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2023-11-15
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781003801566

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Digital Technologies, Elections and Campaigns in Africa by Duncan Omanga,Admire Mare,Pamela Mainye Pdf

This book looks at how digital technologies are revolutionizing electoral campaigns and democratization struggles in Africa. Digital technologies are giving voice and civic agency to a cross section of African voters, providing important spaces for political engagement and debate. Drawing on cases from Kenya, Uganda, Mozambique, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Zimbabwe amongst others, this book traces the shifts and tensions in this changing electoral communications landscape. In doing so, the book explores themes such as hate speech and disinformation, decolonisation, surveillance, internet shutdowns, influencers, bots, algorithms, and election observation, and looks beyond Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp and YouTube to the increasingly important role of visual platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. Particularly highlighting the contribution of African scholars, this book is an important guide for researchers across the fields of African politics, media studies, and electoral studies, as well as to professionals and policymakers in political communication.

Author : Achler, Marta,Krimmer, Robert,Kužel, Rast’o,Licht, Nathan,Rabitsch, Armin,UNESCO
Publisher : UNESCO Publishing
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2022-10-12
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789231005305

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Elections in digital times by Achler, Marta,Krimmer, Robert,Kužel, Rast’o,Licht, Nathan,Rabitsch, Armin,UNESCO Pdf

Author : Sam Dubberley,Alexa Koenig,Daragh Murray
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780198836063

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Digital Witness by Sam Dubberley,Alexa Koenig,Daragh Murray Pdf

This book covers the developing field of open source research and discusses how to use social media, satellite imagery, big data analytics, and user-generated content to strengthen human rights research and investigations. The topics are presented in an accessible format through extensive use of images and data visualization (éditeur).

Author : Commonwealth Secretariat
Publisher : Commonwealth Secretariat
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781849291927

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Cybersecurity for Elections by Commonwealth Secretariat Pdf

The use of computers and other technology introduces a range of risks to electoral integrity. Cybersecurity for Elections explains how cybersecurity issues can compromise traditional aspects of elections, explores how cybersecurity interacts with the broader electoral environment, and offers principles for managing cybersecurity risks.