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Democracy has been and is being recommended as an ideal form of government. As popularly claimed the ideals of democracy have been propagated by America. Democracy can no longer be associated with the Right to Franchise that equates to right to choose your elected representatives. Voting a government/ party into power or out of power is more of politics than of democracy. Diplomacy and manipulations play a key role in the degradation of democracy in many countries including America.

The status of Civil Society and its role and participation in the rules and regulations, advocacy etc tell a lot about how democracy is interpreted in a nation state. The state structure, role of civil society and participation of citizens in the decisions of the government and in the socio-economic development of the nation establish the avenue for democracy.

When the freedom of expression seems to have got regulated and organized under huge media names, law and schools of thought, the new media- the information technology and computer-mediated-communication has shown a new light to the citizens of the earth to celebrate democracy.

Web-services like www.StateDemocracy.com one of the most popular political portals is one such tool that gives an innovative approach and orientation to democracy. Contact with your elected officials/ citizens, opinion votes on the legislature bills, and views to the media on issues of concern are some features that are provided to you on this platform of communication for the US citizens. About 30 elected representatives have vouched their support for this keen endeavor on democracy.

Not far away from scope is the largest democracy in Asia- India networking through www.IndiaDemocracy.com The website provides a platform for citizens as well as elected officials to share their thoughts and views on issues of concern and politics through Articles, Forum discussions, votes and comments on polls and issues, etc. The citizens of India have widely appreciated the services and contributed to its wide popularity and usage.

Pressure groups and Advocacy groups as well as concerned citizens play a pivotal role in influencing the manner in which the elected officials rule the nation, check misuse of power and make the people more politically and socially conscious thereby making them realize their rights and duties. www.Weblobbying.com basically gives a new life the mobilization of support for a cause for such proactive organizations and individuals in US through the online lobby tools and services.

On the same page www.JantaRaj.com has been helping organizations, activists, social workers and common people interact with their elected representatives and like-minded people on vital issues and concerns.

All the above mentioned portals through their services and enhanced tools provide a medium for concerned citizens, non-government and non-profit organizations to convey their views and facilitate the ability of the common people to interact with their elected representatives. Through these humble contributions on E-Democracy, V-empower, Inc. looks forward to giving a new life to democracy and its interpretations. Nevertheless what matters most is the active participation of the citizens and elected officials in making such ventures successful in its goals to rebuild democracy!
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