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Reimagining Democracy: Politics and New Technologies
Sat, September 7, 10:00 to 11:30am, Marriott Philadelphia Downtown, Franklin 13Session Submission Type: Full Paper Panel
Session Description
Worldwide, jurisdictions are exploring innovative ways to safeguard democracy. Various tech platforms are experimenting with citizen assemblies, voter mobilization incentives, and voter communication channels for online governance. AI might aid in providing information to voters, but concerns persist about deepfakes in national elections. This panel discusses empirical studies highlighting challenges and opportunities in digital-age democracy and governance.
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Individual Presentations
What Drives High-Quality Civic Engagement? Online Experimental Evidence - Andrew B Hall, Stanford University; Eliza Riley Oak, Yale University
Crowdsourcing Content Moderation on Social Media in China - Ali Cirone, London School of Economics; Andy Zhao, Cornell University
How Media Coverage and Elite Communication Shape Public Opinion on AI Regulation - Shir Raviv, Columbia University; Tamar Mitts, Columbia University
The Political Deepfakes Incidents Database - Christina Walker, Purdue University; Daniel S. Schiff, Purdue University; Kaylyn Jackson Schiff, Purdue University
Chatbots as Voting Aid Applications - Yamil Velez, Columbia University; Donald P. Green, Columbia University; Semra Sevi, University of Toronto