http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/3653425.stm

As an old-time socialist, I believe that social justice will come from the freely made choices of us all, and even though I am in favour of government and the rule of law, the legitimacy of that government comes only from the people. That means having political systems built around collective action, participation and respect for each other's views and values. Wikis, like the old Left Book Club, the Workers' Educational Association and the trade union movement, show what that collective action can achieve when it is based on trust and shared interest. When I am overwhelmed with despair by the spammers and the scammers, they give me hope.