By: Alyssa

Alyssa
Mon, 20 Jun 2011 18:48:00 +0000

The idea that technological innovation can make government work better and cost less is spot on. But there's still one glitch in the logic that overlooks a major barrier to citizen participation -  limited access to the internet. Individuals who cannot afford the tools to access the internet are excluded from the conversation. I recently came across a solution worth sharing. Phil Ting, SF Assessor-Recorder and 2011 mayoral candidate, has launched a petition to ensure universal access to internet for all San Franciscans. I signed the petition here: http://www.resetsanfrancisco.org/petition/san-francisco-guarantee-universal-internet-access and others should as well. To truly make a difference, we need to remember the whole picture.