MM 3133 - Steelee Harper

Social media has changed the way elections work, and the 2024 presidential race shows how important it has become. Platforms like X , Facebook , Instagram , TikTok , are where candidates connect with voters, share their messages, and gain support. While social media opens up new ways to communicate, it also brings challenges. One big trend in 2024 is the use of short videos. Platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels are popular for reaching young people. These platforms push candidates to be creative and share their ideas quickly often in less than a minute. Some candidates even join in on popular trends, like dance challenges or funny memes, to seem more relatable while talking about their policies. Misinformation and “ echo chambers ” are also big problems. Echo chambers happen when people only see posts and news that match their opinions. This makes it harder for voters to hear both sides of an issue. Some social media platforms now flag false information and promote trustworthy n...

Election Night: CNN

 Political Advertisement 

Planned Parenthood uses a smart media strategy to promote reproductive health and rights by connecting with different people through various online platforms. They have a strong plan that includes social media , a simple-to-use website, and other digital tools to inform people, get them involved, and influence laws. Their website is easy to navigate, offering important details about health services, education, and how to support their cause. The site includes articles, videos, and FAQs to make complicated topics more understandable. It also asks people to donate, volunteer, or join their campaigns. Social media plays a big role in Planned Parenthood’s efforts. On Facebook , they post stories, and updates, and host live events, using ads to reach young people. On Twitter, they join real-time conversations about health policies and use trending hashtags to spread their messages. Instagram is where they share visuals like infographics and personal stories that connect with younger audie...

Ballot Initiatives 

Political predictions are a big part of the media, especially during elections. Every election cycle, journalists, columnists, and pundits make predictions about who will win or what might happen next. But how reliable are these predictions? Are they based on real facts and data, or are they just opinions, or what some call “hot takes”? With the rise of social media and 24-hour news channels, predictions have become even more popular, but they sometimes seem more about getting attention than offering solid analysis.  People like to know what might happen next. Political predictions help give us a sense of control or understanding of a complex political world. For example, predictions can make a tough election race seem more understandable by suggesting one person is more likely to win than the other. Journalists and pundits help guide us through these uncertain times by offering their predictions. Ideally, predictions should be based on facts, like polling numbers, historical voti...