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A short exposure to the convention convinced me that the Internet may save the Democracy in that it is a way for the people, for the citizens, to have some direct influence on the government.

The internet could be a very positive step towards education, organisation and participation in a meaningful society.

The Internet was crucial for our success. It is a great thing. It is a big democracy because people can choose what they like.

Harnessing new communications technology offers one promising way to make public participation easier and more effective.

The Internet has become important on the world's stage.

There is a significant momentum behind the social Internet. A wide range of public investors were very enthusiastic about that.

In whatever number of years I have on Earth, I think that promoting the values of free expression, the openness of the Internet, that's the best use of my time.

It is difficult to overstate the importance of media as a tool to encourage civic engagement and participation, and the importance of a diverse and well-informed public.

Contrary to the utopian rhetoric of social media enthusiasts, the Internet often makes the jump from deliberation to participation even more difficult, thwarting collective action under the heavy pressure of never-ending internal debate.

I think most people want to be remembered with the causes they feel worthwhile and helped promote.