"There is no time and space in the digital world. People chat and collaborate through social networks. Cultural icons garner millions of fans online in locations they have often never been themselves. The boundary between public and private life is now everyone's business."
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Eduardo Paes, born on November 14, 1969, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is a prominent Brazilian politician known for his transformative leadership as the Mayor of Rio de Janeiro, first from 2009 to 2012 and then from 2017 to 2020. A member of the Brazilian Democratic Movement, Paes played a pivotal role in hosting the 2016 Summer Olympics, showcasing his commitment to urban development and sustainability. His legacy includes significant infrastructure improvements and a vision for a more inclusive and dynamic Rio de Janeiro, shaping the city's future for generations to come.
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"I really do believe that mayors have the political position to really change people's lives."
Eduardo Paes
"The digital revolution has deepened the crisis within representative democracy. But as it forces its demise, it might also dictate its future. Traditional representative democracy within nations is no longer enough. People want more participation and collaboration with their government."
Eduardo Paes"Rio will have to look after the legacy of infrastructure. But it's unclear who will run the sports centres after the Olympics."
Eduardo Paes
"What we are witnessing is the birth of something I call 'Polisdigitocracy.' This is a form of government that counts participation and transparency as its cornerstones and uses technology as its guide. The digital revolution is allowing democracy to recall its foundations and evolution is modernizing and reinforcing our fundamental values."
Eduardo Paes