In this intriguing work, case studies illustrate the role of social media in global politics and demonstrate how politicians harness its power to persuade voters, communicate with citizens, and manage political affairs.


* Explores the potential of social media to strengthen democracy and democratic institutions

* Identifies ways to increase citizen participation in political communication

* Reveals how social media is used in various stages of democratic evolution

* Examines major recent case studies, including the Arab Spring, as well as lesser-known examples

* Covers case studies from Africa, Brazil, China, India, and the United States, among other areas