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spayn [35]
3 years ago
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In 2011 members of a movement calling themselves “Occupy Wall Street” relied heavily on social media websites to coordinate thei

r protests. They protested what they saw as corporations having too much control of government, contributing to economic problems. Is this type of political and civic participation important in US society? Explain your response and give at least two additional examples of how a person can participate in a democratic society
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1 answer:
polet [3.4K]3 years ago
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This type of political and civic participation is important in U.S. society. Social media allows for online political participation. Generally, the impact that social media has on citizen engagement and political participation is positive since it makes easier for people to have a voice in government. Most importantly, social media provides people with information.

There are many ways in which a person can participate in a democratic society. Some examples are by engaging in a political discussion or voting in local, state or national elections.


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