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UW Science Now: Shawn Walker: Not Your Parents' Protest: New Forms of Political
Social-media sites are no longer just where we connect with friends, says Shawn Walkerbut are they a valid form of political participation? This companion piece to the Wael Ghonim lecture earlier this evening addresses the use of these powerful forms of communication in the United States, particularly by Occupy Wall Street and other movements. Walker is a doctoral candidate at the UW's Information School. Presented by Engage: The Science Speaker Series as part of Seattle Science Lectures, with the University of Washington, Pacific Science Center and University Book Store. Series sponsored by Microsoft. Series media sponsorship provided by KPLU.
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LocationTown Hall Seattle (View)
1119 Eighth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101
United States
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