Episode Five: Rebooting the Public Square
From: Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
Series: ReCivilization
Length: 53:02
A look at solutions, namely, governments re-engaging with citizens. This would mean leaving behind the industrial age model of command and control and moving into an era of openness, transparency, and accessible data that allows citizens to participate fully in designing effective policy and public services. It also means protecting the web as a public space.
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Piece Description
A look at solutions, namely, governments re-engaging with citizens. This would mean leaving behind the industrial age model of command and control and moving into an era of openness, transparency, and accessible data that allows citizens to participate fully in designing effective policy and public services. It also means protecting the web as a public space.
Broadcast History
Series featured on CBC Radio in January and February 2012.
Additional Credits
Anthony D. Williams - Contributor
