Examining the Internet and Its Impact on Political Participation
The 2004 Presidential election marked the Internet’s arrival as a serious force in political campaigns. The future promises even more dramatic uses of information technology. To date, the World Wide Web, email, and bloggers have already revolutionized journalism. Going forward, new technologies, such as video on demand, interactive television and online gaming, will change our political system in ways we can barely fathom. To consider the implications of these changes, we are bringing together an outstanding group of political and media observers and participants. In particular, we will evaluate how these technologies are creating opportunities to engage citizens as well as how they are challenging and transforming the traditional media.
Sessions
Welcome and Overview
The Traditional Media and Its Response to Technological Change
- Dan Gillmor
Blogger Extraordinaire, Grassroots Media Inc. - Rolland Johnson
CEO, Three Eagles Communications - James Morgese
General Manager, Rocky Mountain PBS - Joe Waz
The Internet and Political Participation
- Melissa Boasberg
Former Deputy Director of Internet Operations, Kerry/Edwards '04 - Jim Carpenter
Director of Colorado Office, Former Campaign Manager - John Gastil
Professor of Communication, University of Washington - David Skaggs
Executive Director, Center for Democracy & Citizenship