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7 iPhone apps for activists
There is little doubt that the iPhone is a very popular 3G mobile phone. Its popularity is likely to increase on the back of Apple's launch of the iPad. It is also a mobile phone that is gaining popularity among activists in Australia for a variety of…
politics4all.com/users/alexschlotzer/blog/6405-7-iphone-apps-for-activists
Atlanta Mayoral Race: And the winner we hope will be Atlanta
This week was the final run-off for the city of Atlanta mayoral race and much to the dismay of the residents of Atlanta it ended in a recount. Kasim Reed declared himself the victor and Mary Norwod has not conceeded citing " I owe it to all of the…
politics4all.com/users/robyn/blog/5328-atlanta-mayoral-race-and-the-winner-we-hope-will-be-atlanta
Now Tracking Alabama House and Senate Candidates Use of Social Media
I have seen a lot of activity in recent weeks on Facebook and Twitter, indicating that our elected officials and candidates for federal and statewide office are beginning to understand the tools that are available and use them more effectively. We…
Santa Cruz taps social media, citizens to help fix city budget
A ballooning city budget deficit and a dwindling tax base led the City of Santa Cruz to rethink its governing methods. By using an Online collaboration tool, city officials tapped their electorate to help resolve a budget crises and set an economic…
Politicians jumping into social media, seeing new outlet to voters
For Florida candidates, social-networking tools are keys to campaign outreach. TALLAHASSEE -- U.S. Senate candidate Marco Rubio is about to go on MSNBC's Morning Joe. Attorney General Bill McCollum, running for governor, updates supporters that he is ``…
Alabama Candidates & Social Media
Since it’s election day, I thought it entirely appropriate to unveil another feature of The World Around You. Since my directory of Alabama Elected Officials on Social Media was so well-received, I am proud to announce the Alabama Candidates &…
politics4all.com/users/theworldaroundyou/blog/4675-alabama-candidates-social-media
Social Media - the 4 I's
So today Lindsay Waits (former Aladem comms dir) had the opportunity to address the P4All social media workshop today. In an effort to find a "hook," we developed what the "4 I's of Social Media" if a group/candidate/issue is going to be…
politics4all.com/users/pbryan/blog/4169-social-media-the-4-is
How Social Media Can Be Used to Enhance the Political Process (LIVE BLOG)
Over the past few years, I have become a true believer in the power of social media to enhance the political process. That is why I’m so excited about the workshop I will be attending this morning, hosted by Politics 4 All , the Business Council…
Campaigns strain to control message online?
Do campaigns struggle to control their message online with so many social media sites? What should they do?
A more transparent Australia
There has been a growing amount of pressure on all kinds of governments to be voluntarily more open and transparent about decisions and decision-making processes. There are a range of groups and individuals working, remotely and as collectives, toward…
politics4all.com/users/alexschlotzer/blog/2656-a-more-transparent-australia
New political frontiers
New political frontiers are being probed and pushed everyday in Australia. And it's happening online in an interesting mash up of party hacks, activists, NGOs and "punters" with news, videos and pictures. There has been a noticeable growth in the use of…
politics4all.com/users/alexschlotzer/blog/2321-new-political-frontiers
Jenci’s Interview About Politics4All
My friend Jenci gave a great interview today… She and I continue to prove to each other time and again that when you have a sense of humor and are willing to listen, people can always find common ground.
politics4all.com/users/theworldaroundyou/blog/2035-jencis-interview-about-politics4all
Twitter for direct online action
Today, after much thought, I launched a trial of one way of using Twitter for direct political action. For the time being I'm calling it a Twitter action.
politics4all.com/users/alexschlotzer/blog/1975-twitter-for-direct-online-action
Twitter revolution: 10,000 protesters organize in Moldova via Facebook, Twitter and texts: Scientific American Blog
Before you read the piece attention must be paid to the timing of this activity.
On Salmonella & Fire Safety: Congress Should Adopt Social Media In Lieu of Resolutions
Campus fire safety. Traumatic brain injury. Stalking. Cardiac Arrest. Prader-Willi Syndrome. If you wanted to inform the public today about these issues, what would be the most effective means to do this? Would adopting a congressional resolution naming…
Time Waits for No Man....Or Party
In the wake of an election that left Democrats controlling both ends of Pennsylvania Avenue - racking up a whopping 255 seats in the House, 58 in the Senate and a better than 2 to 1 victory in the Electoral College with Barack Obama beating John McCain…
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