The German Pirate Party and its Impact on Direct E-Democracy in Germany

Exploring the landscape of political participation in Germany, this seminar paper addresses the ongoing demand for enhanced citizen engagement within democratic processes. It highlights the concept of electronic democracy (e-democracy), which leverages Information and Communication Technologies to facilitate greater involvement from various democratic actors, including governments and citizens. The paper argues that e-democracy has the potential to improve participation in German democracy, reflecting on its implications for local and national governance.