Archive for the ‘Social media and politics’ Category

An insider’s view of the American election and its meaning for marketers

America has been through a tumultuous election cycle. Here’s an extraordinary view of the American election and its impact on business and marketing

We have a new government. IssueVoter can help you make sure they’re doing their jobs.

By Kiki Schirr, {grow} Contributing Columnist I’m not exactly Ms. Political. Elections used to be one of those things I avoided talking about, like religion and bowel movements. But then […]

Social media, technology and dirty politics

The U.S. political campaign was ugly, made uglier by technology leaks and gaffes. Will technology institutionalize dirty politics in America?

Are you unknowingly supporting hate speech?

Many people are becoming numb to online hate speech. We need to see it for what it is and stop glorifying hate as a form of entertainment.

Five ideas: Constructive engagement in destructive times

The violence in the news has fueled divisive and hateful social discourse. Here are some tips for constructive discourse when the tempers are high.

5 Ways Twitter is changing the world (despite what the critics say)

Twitter is changing the world in profound ways. How we report, discover, connect, and inform ourselves has been changed forever

Social media and leadership: 7 ways the world is changing

Social media and leadership: The shrill, noisy, and extemporaneous nature of the social web has impacted traditional notions of leadership.

Social Media and the Stock Market: A Lesson in Global Manipulation

By Kate Prince, {grow} Community Member A hacker starts an online rumor about a place crash. The “news” goes viral and the airline’s stock plummets. The hacker makes a fortune […]