] I don't believe the Internet is inherently democratic. To
] me, most people and organizations are fundamentally
] anti-democratic by nature. Many of those in power and
] those clamoring for power are self-centered actors. They
] operate within the miracle we call representative
] democracy. Most accept the idea that democracy is good,
] but these actors do little to ensure its strength.

This is a strong vision for improving the state of internet enabled democracy in the next few years.

Democratic Evolution or Virtual Civil War - WSIS Speech by Steven Clift - Publicus.Net