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MN-POLITICS Lessons
- Trusted Neutral Host and Facilitation Essential
- Emphasis on Many-to-Many Communication
- Geographic Base of Forum Promotes Community
- Rules and Guidelines Important
- Posts not previewed, rules enforced after complaint - manager/board roles
- Two posts per day per person limit
- Must sign posts with full name
- “Public Meetings” With 400 People - Sooner or later the Media and Politicians Show Up
- Interface with “Real” Politics Key to Success
- Balancing Expectations - Opinions vs. “Juice”
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Minnesota E-Democracy Building Civic Life