Libya, YouTube, and the Internet (Fast Company)
In the midst of Libya’s civil war, the opposition is utilizing social media to get news of casualties and victories out to the world.
Interactive Budget (Whitehouse.gov)
The White House website has an interactive budget graphic for users to explore where tax dollars would go.
For Obama, Getting Message Out Online Is a Challenge (The New York Times)
Obama interacts from time to time with a few highly motivated voters, but he has yet to find a new way to make himself accessible or compelling to the wider electorate online.
The State of the Union is…Annotated. (Tech President)
The White House new media team has announced that WhiteHouse.gov will host a simultaneous helping of visual aids during the State the Union.
40 of the Best Twitter Brands and the People Behind Them (Mashable)
Jennifer Van Grove compiles a list of the best brands to follow, and how they are using Twitter to their advantage.
A New Whitehouse.gov, And First Blog Post (PR Newser)
The newly designed and updated Website for the White House also has a blog – check out this story about their first blog posting.
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SOPA and PIPA Advocacy Efforts Show the Components of Successful Campaigns
Twitter Ties and the Implications for Grassroots Professionals
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