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Top : Social Activism : Gladwell File: There is an active debate on how social media will impact upon social activism, sparked by the New Yorker article written by thinker Malcolm Gladwell. Pro's Con's and views here.
Articles:Malcom Gladwell, Your Slip Is Showing | - by Brian SollisThis is typical tone when you cross social media fanatics. Sad. Time is always limited, but in these historic times, I wished to add perspective in the hopes of moving this important conversation in a productive direction. Malcom Gladwell continues his march toward ignorance with his latest installment in the New Yorker about social media vs. social activism. Honestly, Gladwell is more than welcome to share his thoughts as it is a democratized information economy after all. I do find it alarming however, that he is wielding his influence through an equally influential medium to spin intellectual and impressionable minds in unrewarding and pointless cycles. Is he not listening to opposition or consulting existing research? In that case Mr. Gladwell and the like, this is not for you. This is for the people who read your work and who knowingly and unknowingly contribute to the evolution of media and culture. Perhaps, we can then better understand our role within this information revolution + evolution. (Added: 9-Feb-2011 Hits: 100 )
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