Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I would like to thank the witnesses for joining us. I want to ask a broad question and hear what you all have to say.
The committee has already devoted a great deal of attention to misinformation and transnational repression. You seem to be talking about a different aspect, which concerns engagement and public interest. I would like to hear your comments on the connection between these two factors.
In terms of general engagement, fewer and fewer people are volunteering for community organizations. People are living in a society that seems increasingly individualized. Even if we work on this aspect, it doesn't need to turn into electoral participation. In contrast, when it comes to mistrust or misinformation, a person can be highly misinformed but remain deeply involved in politics.
Which of the two aspects do you think is the most important to work on if we want to improve civic resilience?