E-democracy as a mechanism for the political integration of citizens

On the basis of the system approach, the main directions of using remote technologies in the political process are revealed. The main advantages and contradictions of the development of the institution of electronic democracy in Russia are analyzed. It is argued that interactive democracy not only promotes transparency and accountability of State power to civil society, but also strengthens continuous dialogue between the population and the authorities. This form of communication helps to quickly discuss socially significant state decisions, enhances the integration of citizens into the political sphere and in general, and increases the level of trust in state institutions. Through a comprehensive analysis, priorities and current problems of electronic voting of Russian citizens in the elections to the Moscow City Duma in 2019 and for the adoption of amendments to the Constitution of the country in 2020 were identified.