Edward Snowden

As someone who has witnessed firsthand how unchecked power and lack of transparency can threaten democracy, I strongly believe that our democratic institutions require urgent reform. To combat rising anger, misinformation, and violence, we must enhance transparency, ensure accountability, and protect individual freedoms. These steps are vital for restoring public trust and upholding the principles of democracy.

While the idea of digital representatives simulating their constituencies' beliefs is intriguing, it raises significant concerns about privacy, security, and accountability. Elected representatives are accountable to their constituents and can be held responsible for their actions, something that is difficult to achieve with digital simulations. The potential for misuse and manipulation of digital systems is too great to ignore.