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Using the taxonomy of Bright ICT research and the framework of freedom of expression, this article focuses on Restorative Bright ICT to capture the problem arising from the use of social media within eParticipation in Indonesia and how to overcome it. The article addresses the objectives by analyzing three illustrative cases of eParticipation using social media in Indonesia. Data from document analysis and interviews were also elaborated to add to the understanding of the phenomena. Theoretical and practical implications are also presented, including identification of the problem from social media for eParticipation in Indonesia and potential restorative solutions incorporated with the Bright Internet principles from three perspectives includes from legal, social and technical perspective. Furthermore, this article also proposes a model on Restorative Bright ICT of eParticipation in Indonesia to guide future research within the same area of interest.

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The Dark Side of Social Media in eParticipation: a Socio-legal Perspective

Using the taxonomy of Bright ICT research and the framework of freedom of expression, this article focuses on Restorative Bright ICT to capture the problem arising from the use of social media within eParticipation in Indonesia and how to overcome it. The article addresses the objectives by analyzing three illustrative cases of eParticipation using social media in Indonesia. Data from document analysis and interviews were also elaborated to add to the understanding of the phenomena. Theoretical and practical implications are also presented, including identification of the problem from social media for eParticipation in Indonesia and potential restorative solutions incorporated with the Bright Internet principles from three perspectives includes from legal, social and technical perspective. Furthermore, this article also proposes a model on Restorative Bright ICT of eParticipation in Indonesia to guide future research within the same area of interest.