ElectionTube

Posted by Herman | October 15, 2008 | permalink

IPDemocracy has an interesting piece which demonstrates the power of Youtube as a super-node in communication. The McCain campaign is protesting against the takedown of campaign ads that are placed on Youtube. The big networks are apparently requesting the removal of these ads on the basis that they contain copyrighted material.

This demonstrates that 
“One thing is for sure: YouTube seems to be the only place that counts for the McCain-Palin campaign…and all other campaigns. Although YouTube was crucial to politics before (remember the Macaca video that sunk George Allen) it has become with this election season the undisputed dominant video hub for anybody interested in politics.”
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Herman Wagter writes on Dadamotive about facts and figures behind issues that interest him. His work as interim manager and consultant has involved him directly in the impact of hyperconnectivity and sustainability on society. As an independent agent and "mobile warrior" he has experienced the pro's and con's of how organizations and projects can be structured, and what the effects on the final result can be. In his opinion we are entering an era of profound change, driven by these fundamental forces. Following the trends, discovering the fun and debunking the half-truths is a passion he likes to share with others.
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