Ezra’s not here
Until this post, I’ve never written about Ezra Levant let alone Ezra Levant alongside Jack Layton.
Conversation with MP Charlie Angus (podcast)
NDP MP Charlie Angus shares his thoughts on political adversarialism as it plays out online between politicians, and politicians and the public. He also offers thoughts for behavioural improvement.
Montreal’s SPVM: a case study of social media in public safety and law enforcement
Using Twitter, Melissa Carol of Montreal’s SPVM (police service) was instrumental in maintaining public safety and order during the Manifencours protests.
Summary of IdleNoMore traffic for Apr 7-13
IdleNoMore online discussions fluctuate in a way that suggests the movement hasn’t yet landed on a more focused approach and measurable results.
The case for Facebook AND Google+ (guest post)
Guest contributor Brendan Mulvihill suggests reasons politicians should be using both Facebook AND Google+.
The digital ecosystem, data and Facebook versus Google+
Data can help make a more targeted communicator; they won’t create a better communicator.
Summary of IdleNoMore traffic for Mar 31-Apr 6
Despite a surge following a meeting between Elder Robinson and Aboriginal Affairs Minister Bernard Valcourt, IdleNoMore online activity fell 26% since last week’s analysis.
Digital Future in Focus for public affairs
Comscore’s Digital Future in Focus is another wake-up call on the use of mobile in search, web browsing, online services and mobile payments.
Summary of IdleNoMore traffic for Mar 24-30
It seems the challenge the Idle No More movement faces is harnessing interest and sustaining, even building, on online energy.
How Social Media is Changing Politics and Reporting at CJFJtalk (2 of 2)
Some of the many key points raised by MPs Megan Leslie (NDP) and Marc Garneau (Liberal) and Mayor Jim Watson on the CJFJtalk political panel on social media.
How Social Media is Changing Politics and Reporting at CJFJtalk (1 of 2)
The Canadian Journalism Foundation hosted #CJFJtalk, a double-header of panels under the banner “On the Hill, Online & In the Loop: How Social Media is Changing Politics & Reporting.”
The Journey of Nishiyuu re-energizes the IdleNoMore movement
After more than two months of declining online interest, IdleNoMore got a boost yesterday as the Journey of Nishiyuu arrived at Parliament Hill.
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