Numerous channels for public opinion are available now in the 21st century. In addition to the print and electronic media, forums online provide effective ways to make one's voice heard.

现在已是21世纪，表达民意渠道多不胜数，传统的报章和电子传媒外，网上论坛也是有效途径。

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The bill will not apply to online comment sections or semi-public forums such as Facebook walls, Vogt said.

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Sometimes public-relations teams are asked to keep an eye on online discussions, and switched-on company executives visit forums to stay in touch with the public mood.

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The public forums tend to be populated by younger and therefore less experienced individuals, while the exclusive online communities include members with decades of experience.

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