One small step for e-voting, one giant leap for democracy
One small step for e-voting, one giant leap for democracy
Author(s): Marina GorbatiucSubject(s): Electoral systems
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego
Keywords: electronic voting; tolerance and non-discrimination; ODIHR’s (Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights); international organizations; the Republic of Moldova
Summary/Abstract: E-voting is the next step of the Republic of Moldova evolution. The article presents advantages of e-voting, all steps of using it, and its many types. Electronic voting refers to elections using electronic means. E-voting can be managed by phones, the Internet, private computer networks or special kiosks. Reasons for accepting this kind of voting are provided. The analyzed in the article OSCE/ODIHR’s (Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights) activities which are related to tolerance and non-discrimination are focus on the following areas: legislation; law enforcement training; monitoring, reporting on, and following up on responses to hate-motivated crimes and incidents; as well as educational activities to promote tolerance, respect, and mutual understanding. Conclusions from all ODIHR activities which are carried out in close co-ordination and co-operation with OSCE participating States, OSCE institutions and field operations, as well as with other international organizations are given.
Journal: Journal of Geography, Politics and Society
- Issue Year: 10/2020
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 1-8
- Page Count: 8
- Language: English