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Progressives Guide to Social Media 6: Facebook

Facebook is the largest social networking website in the history of mankind. There are over 800 million users and that number is expected to breach 1 billion this summer. With a community this large, it is extremely important for progressive internet activists to focus in on the key groups and not get distracted by all the noise to have a sharp impact.

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The 13 percent Congress: Representing the 1 Percent

The 13 percent Congress: Representing the 1 Percent

Thirteen is not a lucky number by any measure. It never has been. It will never be. Ask any gambler who plays the horses or the slots. Ask anyone who fears a black cat crossing his or her path. Ask anyone who walks around an open ladder instead of walking under it. Superstition is powerful. […]

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Syrian Democracy In Action

Syrian Democracy In Action

Such a great relationship exists between the Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his fellow citizens. After 11 month of brainstorming and public debates about the new constitution and the entire reform process, the young president set Sunday, February 26, as the day of referendum. Almost 57% of Syrians participated, 89% among them voted YES to […]

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Progressives Guide to Social Media 5: Twitter

Twitter is important as the largest breaking information sharing source, though limited by 140 character messages. Known as a micro-blogging service, the key to becoming a bold progressive voice in this community with over 500 million users is to acquire an audience that is both large and responsive, and this requires tweeting (posting) quality material at a steady pace. Do not just broadcast, receive as well, or your tweets will start to fall on deaf ears.

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American Spring: Where Does Occupy Go from Here?

American Spring: Where Does Occupy Go from Here?

Direction is currently the most discussed topic among participants of the Occupy movement, particularly how mainstream reporting affects its course. Some feel that leading channels do not always provide an accurate report of events, and create a negative image of Occupy activists. The circumstances demonstrate that now, more than ever, the Occupy movement must present […]

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