Hi Robert and others, The article "Netizens in Egypt and the Republic of Tahrir Square" at http://blogs.taz.de/netizenblog/2011/03/16/netizens_egypt_tahrir_square/ provides some of the 5 year history of online debate and activism among Egyptian netizens which set a basis for common demands from diverse sectors of Egyptian society. For example, the common problem of political prisoners gave religious activists and left wing activists the chance online to search for other commonalities. The notes at the bottom of this article by Ronda Hauben contain references to scholarly work. Hope this helps Take care. Jay
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Does anyone have evidence (or links to studies) that show the impact, or lack thereof, of social media on the Arab spring? This cause-effect model still circulates in the mediasphere, but what is the evidence show?
Thanks.
-Robert