Technocracy vs. Democracy: Understanding Technology Policy Decision-making

Document Type

Lecture

Publication Date

1-29-2013

Publisher

Brookings Mountain West

Abstract

The role and impact of technology on democracy and public policy continues to affect our lives on a daily basis. Technology is a monumental factor in our economy, our national defense, and in our political system. Technology, seemingly, offers a solution to every problem it creates. What roles does technology play in the "high-tech" culture of the 21st century, and how do policy makers determine technology policy? Can our understanding of technology and the relationship between technology and democracy keep pace with the rapid changes affecting our privacy, domestic and national security?

Keywords

Culture; Democracy; Technology – Political aspects; Technology – Social aspects; Technology and state

Disciplines

Economics | Law | Law and Politics | Public Affairs, Public Policy and Public Administration | Technology and Innovation

Streaming Media

Language

English

Comments

Greenspun Hall, UNLV Campus

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