In:
Harvard International Journal of Press/Politics, SAGE Publications, Vol. 4, No. 2 ( 1999-03), p. 30-44
Abstract:
The rise of the Internet has excited many politicians and political analysts about the potential for on-line polling, in particular, and electronic democracy, in general. This essay explores the obstacles that limit the selection of a representative on-line sample. It further considers the implications that solutions to these obstacles may have on the possibility of an electronic democracy. Severe limitations to on-line sampling are revealed. Fixes to these problems may undermine the democratic principles that form the foundations of our political system.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
1081-180X
DOI:
10.1177/1081180X99004002004
Language:
English
Publisher:
SAGE Publications
Publication Date:
1999
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2409833-4
SSG:
3,5
SSG:
3,6
Permalink