Conceptualizing smart citizen as smart voter and its relationships with smart election process
Abstract This study explores the evolving role of technology in electoral processes by examining the concepts of the “smart voter” and “smart election” and their implications for democratic systems. The primary research objective is to develop a conceptual framework for understanding how digital too...
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| author | Muhammad Younus Dyah Mutiarin Halimah Abdul Manaf Achmad Nurmandi Andi Luhur Prianto |
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| description | Abstract This study explores the evolving role of technology in electoral processes by examining the concepts of the “smart voter” and “smart election” and their implications for democratic systems. The primary research objective is to develop a conceptual framework for understanding how digital tools impact voter engagement, decision-making, and election transparency. Employing a qualitative research methodology, we conducted an extensive literature review. We used thematic analysis to identify core themes related to technological adoption, voter information access, and ethical considerations in smart elections. The findings reveal that technology enhances voter empowerment, enables more informed decision-making, and increases accessibility within electoral processes. However, it also raises ethical concerns, such as data privacy, digital inequality, and risks of misinformation, which need careful management to sustain public trust. In conclusion, the study highlights the potential of smart election systems to strengthen democratic participation while stressing the importance of robust ethical frameworks to address privacy and equity issues. This research offers valuable insights for policymakers, election administrators, and scholars advocating for technology-integrated election systems that are both inclusive and secure. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-baad744939b3462db868a45aa993ec982025-08-20T02:56:12ZengSpringerDiscover Global Society2731-96872025-03-013111510.1007/s44282-025-00148-xConceptualizing smart citizen as smart voter and its relationships with smart election processMuhammad Younus0Dyah Mutiarin1Halimah Abdul Manaf2Achmad Nurmandi3Andi Luhur Prianto4Department of Government Affairs and Administration, Universitas Muhammadiyah YogyakartaDepartment of Government Affairs and Administration, Universitas Muhammadiyah YogyakartaGovernment, and International Studies, UUM College of Law, Universiti Utara MalaysiaDepartment of Government Affairs and Administration, Universitas Muhammadiyah YogyakartaDepartment of Government Science, Universitas Muhammadiyah MakassarAbstract This study explores the evolving role of technology in electoral processes by examining the concepts of the “smart voter” and “smart election” and their implications for democratic systems. The primary research objective is to develop a conceptual framework for understanding how digital tools impact voter engagement, decision-making, and election transparency. Employing a qualitative research methodology, we conducted an extensive literature review. We used thematic analysis to identify core themes related to technological adoption, voter information access, and ethical considerations in smart elections. The findings reveal that technology enhances voter empowerment, enables more informed decision-making, and increases accessibility within electoral processes. However, it also raises ethical concerns, such as data privacy, digital inequality, and risks of misinformation, which need careful management to sustain public trust. In conclusion, the study highlights the potential of smart election systems to strengthen democratic participation while stressing the importance of robust ethical frameworks to address privacy and equity issues. This research offers valuable insights for policymakers, election administrators, and scholars advocating for technology-integrated election systems that are both inclusive and secure.https://doi.org/10.1007/s44282-025-00148-xSmart voterSmart electionCitizenCandidateGovernment |
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| title | Conceptualizing smart citizen as smart voter and its relationships with smart election process |
| title_full | Conceptualizing smart citizen as smart voter and its relationships with smart election process |
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| title_full_unstemmed | Conceptualizing smart citizen as smart voter and its relationships with smart election process |
| title_short | Conceptualizing smart citizen as smart voter and its relationships with smart election process |
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| topic | Smart voter Smart election Citizen Candidate Government |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1007/s44282-025-00148-x |
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