Friday, May 5, 2017
Re: Social Media
I think the role of social media has been exaggerated, but that doesn't mean we should ignore the role it played. Social media during the 2011 revolts was critical is rallying the masses and spreading information at the beginning of the social movement. Without the platform social media gave the demonstrators, I don't think it would have been as successful because social media allowed them to organize. After the leaders were able to mobilize, I think social media didn't play such a large role in continuing the movement. Social media was able to bring, not only Egyptians who live in Egypt, but also allow Egyptians abroad to add to the discussion and movement. The range of social media not only helped demonstrators to rally international support, but also helped their credibility in the international media. Today social media wouldn't have the same effect, but in 2011 it helped the revolts in a big way.
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You make very interesting points here and I respect your realistic opinions on the matter. Social media undoubtedly played an important role, but the level of importance of the role is up for debate. One point that I found interesting was that you argue that social media would have less of an effect in the present. I am curious as to why that is? Is it because of its increasing presence? Overall, great analysis.
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