How Social Media is Shaping Our Political Future

What major shift has social media caused in political campaigns?

• Decreased diversity in political representation

• Direct communication between politicians and voters

• Less transparency in democracy

• Increased reliance on traditional media

What was a significant innovation of Howard Dean's campaign?

• Utilizing television ads more effectively

• Raising low dollar donations online

• Avoiding social media platforms

• Focusing solely on traditional campaigning methods

How did the 'Dean Scream' incident affect Howard Dean's campaign?

• It was perceived negatively and impacted his campaign

• It was seen as a positive display of passion

• It had no effect on his campaign

• It significantly boosted his campaign

Why are personal stories powerful in political campaigns?

• They make campaigns more expensive

• They disconnect candidates from voters

• They make candidates more relatable to voters

• They are irrelevant to campaign success

What role does vulnerability play in modern political campaigns?

• It's seen as a weakness by voters

• It's used to manipulate public opinion

• It's considered shrewd politics

• It's discouraged in favor of a strong image

What criticism did Stacey Abrams face from her opponent?

• Excessive use of social media

• Lack of political experience

• Refusal to participate in debates

• Being in debt

How did Beto O'Rourke use social media in his campaign?

• To criticize opponents anonymously

• To document nearly every moment of his campaign

• To share only polished, professional content

• To avoid public appearances

What has social media made a requirement for elected officials?

• Conviction, authenticity, responsiveness

• Avoiding public scrutiny

• Limiting direct communication with constituents

• A strong television presence

How did social media impact the response to the separation of immigrant families at the US border?

• It limited public awareness of the issue

• It was irrelevant to the public's response

• It was used to document and share information, sparking public outrage

• It prevented officials from addressing the crisis

How has social media changed the relationship between elected officials and their constituents?

• It has fostered a dialogue that never existed before

• It has made officials more distant from real issues

• It has made officials less accountable

• It has created a barrier to communication