New form of representative democracy

dublin | politics / elections | other press Monday January 05, 2009 14:05 by Phier

Irish site proposes direct democracy through a web forum

From the site below:

Welcome to United Minds! This website proposes a new system of representation in government where individuals use an internet based forum to debate all issues relating to their lives. From these debates, the desire of the majority is established, prioritised by a committee and then brought to Dail Eireann.

I am running for election for a seat in the Irish Parliament, Dail Eireann, in the upcoming by-election for the constituency of Dublin South. When elected I will strictly follow the opinion of the users of this website. This will create an almost-direct democracy with a deflated middle man where you will have a much louder voice on key issues.

Looking forward to serving you,

Ross O’Mullane.