The report, "Democracy by Design: An Affirmative Response to the Illiberal Use of Technology for 2021," by Kara Frederick, focuses on the impact of technology on democracy. The author argues that the use of technology by authoritarian regimes to spread misinformation and suppress dissent is a growing threat to democratic societies. The report highlights the need for a more proactive approach to dealing with high-tech illiberalism, including the development of international norms and regulations to address the issue. The author also calls for increased cooperation between governments and technology companies to combat foreign influence operations and digital surveillance. Overall, the report provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges posed by technology to democracy and offers a number of recommendations for addressing these challenges.
