127:. Some of his views to bring in technological advancement in elections include: the need to create tools for engaging citizens through voting and participation in the governance process, making voting more accessible, making sure that comprehensive pre- and post-election audits become a common practice, and the significance of investing in research and development in the election technology market.
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