Can legislation on technology ever reflect the fast-paced nature of the digital frontier? Credit: readwrite.com
In a push toward increased privacy in the social media realm, Washington became the
Since the creation of GooglePlus (commonly referred to as Google+) back in 2011, the social network has received mixed reviews, with criticism centered around the lack of meaningful content and
This week, the Internet Association unveiled a redesigned website, equipped with the tools necessary for online political participation in the decision-making process for citizens.
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Twitter has time and time again affirmed its commitment to free speech on the social network, boldly citing its belief in the open exchange of information
In response to the growing privacy concerns, local law enforcement agencies in Maine are now required to have a warrant to track cell phone activity. Passed on Tuesday, LD415 reads:
As in any diverse democracy, we are constantly confronted with disagreement and tough decisions on every level of governance. Anticipating the diversity of opinions, our Founding Fathers set in place
July 4 is a time of heightened patriotism. Celebrating our independence from Great Britain's rule, Americans across the nation gather with friends and family to commemorate the establishment
In the absence of mainstream media coverage, protesters in Turkey have overwhelmingly turned to Twitter to report, spread, and organize civil demonstrations across the country.
Responding to the eviction of
Distrust in traditional media sources is not limited to the United States and is prevalent in nations in the Middle East, according to recent research conducted by Northwestern University in
In the battle between online and traditional media, the Internet has repeatedly come out on top, with recent findings further indicating the erosion of Americans' confidence in traditional media.
One-fifth of adults (20%) view both political parties unfavorably, with political party favorability down from the post-election hype of November 2012.
While Democrats enjoy a 7 percentage point lead when
