5 Articles match "Mobile","News","Obama"

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Wednesday, September 2, 2009
The glow of the Obama campaign and its ability to mobilize people has certainly dimmed in the past few months. And despite this sobering news, a new set of free tools for grassroots movements is being launched. It's still early on.
 
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Breaking news from reliable Agitator sources … Realising that social nets like Twitter and Facebook have yet to establish a viable business model, but are essential for promoting democracy (at least abroad), the US Government has decided to purchase the two networks outright. environment. But will they survive?
 
Monday, June 15, 2009
I've continued to ponder the value of tweeting -- even as I do it -- but see clearly its unique value in getting news out of Iran (and organized protest going on the scene) when the more traditional lines (Internet, phone have been shut down). Here's a partial list of folks tweeting out of Iran right now (thanks to Alison Fine ).
 

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I've continued to ponder the value of tweeting -- even as I do it -- but see clearly its unique value in getting news out of Iran (and organized protest going on the scene) when the more traditional lines (Internet, phone have been shut down). Here's a partial list of folks tweeting out of Iran right now (thanks to Alison Fine ).
It will also be remembered as the year that mobile, email and social media generated incredible returns for political advocacy and fundraising! More important, this multi-media communication turned into a pile of gold for the Obama Campaign, i.e. know you’re not Obama. Mobile and social media are here to stay. Call me.
These tools are still evolving, but they offer some powerful functionalities and opportunities for creating creative campaigns to recruit and mobilize activists on a very limited budget. If you’re hoping to reach supporters via mobile phones, consider using Mozes , a free online social network that connects to cell phones. We can help.
Breaking news from reliable Agitator sources … Realising that social nets like Twitter and Facebook have yet to establish a viable business model, but are essential for promoting democracy (at least abroad), the US Government has decided to purchase the two networks outright. environment. But will they survive?
The glow of the Obama campaign and its ability to mobilize people has certainly dimmed in the past few months. And despite this sobering news, a new set of free tools for grassroots movements is being launched. It's still early on.