Politicians need a weapon to reach their people. Why? Because traditional campaign is almost on its edge, it is almost dying and needs to have a lot of innovations for a person who wants to have a position or urge to serve the public.
Traditional campaign will require a future public servant or a politician a lot of time to disseminate whatever message or platform he or she has for the people. Compared to using the very convenient and fast technology to reach their people. Digital presence is necessary now for political survival, not just to win the election and obtain the position, but also to be always available for the people, anytime anywhere.
Technology will also help people to reach out with their leaders and be encouraged to be part of any decision that they have right to be part of. Digital age do not only benefit the politicians but also benefit the constituents in terms of voicing out their opinions on what is happening around them as a result of an implemented project of the government.
This digital trend helps empower both parties, the government and the community. Empowerment is essential to have a harmonious state.
Every technological trend should be considered and followed especially that it is created to have an advanced tool that will give anyone a convenience. In politics it is very important to keep the records and data of the people so whenever they ask for any assistance, with just a click, a leader will be able to access and check the history or the detailed information of the person asking for assistance. This also protect a leader from fraudulent act of anyone.
These are just some of the advantages of using technology in politics. The benefits are not contained for the politician itself, but it is dispersed to the people and to how the politicians will handle and manage their people.