Chapter 6 (The Convergence Culture of Campaigning)

Henry Jenkins is very hopeful that the convergence culture will make politics more accessible to all of us, thereby “democratizing” it so that it is part of our everyday lives. The new trend indicates that our politicians haven’t turned their noses up to the notion either. Jenkins rightfully points out Howard Dean’s success at mobilizing [...]

Peter King usurps limits on congressional power

Recently Rep. Peter King (Republican, N.Y.) derided the media attention being given to the death and current affairs of Michael Jackson. King posted a youtube video in which he stated that “For the last, I don’t know how long now, this low-life Michael Jackson, his name, his face, his picture, is all over the newspapers, [...]