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1. The document discusses how computer-mediated communication (CMC) such as email can help political communication by allowing people to connect across borders and express views more easily. 2. It notes that while CMC gives opportunities for participation, e-democracy, and cyberactivism, not all groups have equal access and ability to participate. 3. The conclusion states that while CMC has helped political participation and dialogue, more must be done to create online spaces where marginalized groups can freely express themselves.
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“…Politicians shouldn’t even dream of talking to [Digital Citizens] about the past – or the present for that matter.Digital Citizens don’t care about today; they want to know about tomorrow…”
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