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New Politics Channel on YouTube (New York Times)
YouTube’s new channel will host political content ranging from official candidate videos to parodies. According to the NY Times, “It will include curated videos beyond the presidential campaign to include videos from other political races, as well as content from various political movements, including both the Tea Party and Occupy Wall Street.”
12 Common Mistakes on Brands’ Facebook Pages (PR Daily)
Steer clear of these (very) common pitfalls and you won’t have to worry about losing fans.
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New Media Guru Urges Tweeting at Super Committee
(Roll Call)
Former Capitol Hill vet and communications agency president Patrick Hynes encourages citizens to utilize Twitter (along with Facebook and YouTube) to make sure the debt #supercommittee hears their ideas.
A Few Details About the Upcoming Twitter Analytics (MediaBistro)
Measuring your social media impact is more important now than ever: here are some tips on what to expect from Twitter’s new tool.
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US Department of Labor’s OSHA Releases Mobile App to Help Protect Workers From Heat-related Illnesses (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
The free mobile app will alert the user if they are at risk based on the heat index in their location; it also offers first aid information for treating heat-related illness.
US Politics – 5 Years of YouTube Impact and History (Online Social Media)
Did you know that 92% of House and Senate members have official YouTube channels? Check out this cool infographic that examines how YouTube has played a role in politics over the last several years.
The Congressional Management Foundation (CMF) today released the first study of congressional staff views of social media, and how it is being used by Congressional Offices. #SocialCongress: Perceptions and Use of Social Media on Capitol Hill shows that most Members of Congress have thoroughly integrated social media into their communications operations, and are using new media tools to gauge public opinion, communicate with constituents, and reach new people.
Click here to read the report.
Among the key findings:
*Nearly two-thirds (64%) of the senior managers and social media managers surveyed think Facebook is a somewhat or very important tool for understanding constituents’ views and opinions, 42% say Twitter is somewhat or very important, and 34% say YouTube is a somewhat or very important tool for understanding constituents’ views and opinions.
*Nearly three-quarters (74%) of the senior managers and social media managers we surveyed think Facebook is somewhat or very important for communicating their Members’ views. YouTube is viewed by nearly three-quarters of staffers surveyed (72%) as somewhat or very important for communicating their Members’ views. More than half (51%) of the staffers surveyed say Twitter is a somewhat or very important vehicle for their Members’ communications.
*A strong majority of staffers (72%) believe that social media allows their Members to reach people they had previously not communicated with. A majority of the staffers (55%) feel social media offers their offices more benefits than risks.
The report is part of CMF’s initiative, the Partnership for a More Perfect Union. The Partnership seeks to enrich the relationship between citizens and Congress through education, building trust, and providing innovative yet pragmatic tools to facilitate purposeful two-way communication.
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“YouTube Town Hall” Launches for Congressional Clips (TechPresident)
YouTube Town Hall is an online platform for members of Congress to debate and discuss the most important issues of the day.
President Obama on Tech’s Role in Mideast Uprisings (Mashable)
Obama affirmed technology’s role in powering movements and stressed the U.S.’s support of access to information and the Internet.
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Iowa Gov to Host Weekly YouTube Address
(Tech President)
Gov. Branstad will be soliciting questions via Facebook, Twitter and YouTube, then responding to them every Friday in a weekly segment called “Ask the Gov.”
This Week in Politics & Digital: The Openness & Transparency Issue (Mashable)
This week the news focused on issues of transparency, from public records to open data to President Barack Obama releasing his long-form birth certificate online.
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Breathe Deep: Crowd Wisdom and YouTube
(State of the Fourth Estate)
Timothy Burke’s thoughts on there being some truth to comments on YouTube.
World Bank: Fight Poverty With Political Reform (NPR)
The global economy has largely recovered from the 2008 crisis, but when finance ministers from around the world gather in Washington this week, they will still face challenges.
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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.
Today at noon when the U.S. House of Representatives convenes, you don’t need to be in front of a television to watch what’s happening. For the first time ever, Americans can see the proceedings on Facebook — and use the popular social network’s interactive features to discuss and debate.
It’s happening on the GOP’s Pledge to America Facebook page. The action begins at noon ET and includes the swearing-in ceremony and remarks by Speaker-designate John Boehner (R-Ohio).
With an increased emphasis on digital media, Boehner is setting the tone for the 112th Congress. New rules emphasize transparency and employ technology to make the House more open and accessible to the American people.
Among the other things you’ll see change today, according to Don Seymour, Boehner’s deputy communications director:
• On Twitter: @SpeakerBoehner – Of course Boehner isn’t the only Republican in Congress to have a new Twitter handle. Majority Leader-elect Eric Cantor (R-VA) will take over the @GOPLeader account and his press team will Tweet from @CantorPress. Majority Whip-elect Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) will use @GOPWhip. You can find and follow more Republicans on Twitter via TweetCongress.org.
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Did Facebook Just Sound the Death Knell for Groupon and Foursquare? (Fast Company)
Facebook recently stepped into the space previously dominated by Foursquare, Gowalla and Groupon.
YouTube Withdraws Muslim Cleric’s Videos (The New York Times)
After pressure from American and British officials, YouTube has taken down hundreds of videos featuring calls to jihad.
