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Overview:
What was the Internet’s influence on the political landscape of 2007?
Join Dr. Michael Cornfield as he examines the influence of the Internet on elections, policy decisions, activists, and messaging in 2007. Hear real-world examples and solid advice from a Political Scientist and author of two books about the Internet and American politics: Politics Moves Online: Campaigning and the Internet (The Century Foundation Press, 2004) and The Civic Web: Online Politics and Democratic Values (Rowman & Littlefield, 2003).
By taking a look back on the successes and failures of online influence in 2007 you will be more effective in planning your grassroots strategy for 2008.
Audience:
Anyone who has to mobilize activists and/or influence elected officials at the federal or state level.
Set up the seminar at a shared computer so your boss and your interns can also attend!
Topics Covered:
- The Internet’s influence on elections and policy decisions.
- Who are the online activists?
- Which online channels work best to collaborate with activists and build up networks of grassroots supporters?
- Examples of effective messaging
- What is Capitol Advantage doing to increase your influence?
- Q&A
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