Twitter Debate
On July 26th, 2011, theTeaParty.net put on the first twitter debate between (Republican) presidential candidates. While an interesting platform for a debate, whether or not it was actually “successful” is, in itself debatable. The debate took place through theTeaParty.net’s website. On the website they divided the screen into two columns. The right side displayed questions from...
Read MoreThe RNC Continues to Miss the Point
ClickZ, a website that focuses on interactive marketing news and advice, published an article on May 10th with insider information concerning the Republican National Committee’s (RNC) marketing department, specifically their digital marketing. Most of it is very disheartening. If you don’t have the time or inclination to read the article, let me cover the highlights. The RNC currently has...
Read MoreEngagement Doesn’t End After Elections
Many Republicans have stepped up their online engagement during elections. They have worked harder to remain transparent. They have vocalized the ideals of the fiscally conservative. Now comes the test: elections. Many analysts across the board predict that Republicans will make considerable gains on Nov. 2nd. The test now stands: will they follow through. Associations across the United States,...
Read MoreTurning the Internet Red (POWER Rally Handout)
Remember: Post & Promote! 5 Things you can do RIGHT NOW to make a difference online. 1. Like/Share Candidates on Facebook 2. Tweet on the #POWER2010 hashtag 3. Blog 4. Use Your Phone (to tweet, facebook and foursquare) 5. Connect with us! Kat: – www.facebook.com/veribatim – @Veribatim Jeni: – ...
Read MoreBloggers wanted in Texas
If you’ve taken time to pick up The Internet is Blue you probably noticed a heavy emphasis on blogging and its importance. Blogging is the foundation of all social media outreach, in business, politics, charity — anything that markets itself online. Right now the Democrats own the blogosphere. There just aren’t enough bloggers to compete on the Republican/conservative side of...
Read MoreFacebook Tips in 5 Minutes (For RPT Convention 2010)
Social Media Boot Camp Here are a few tips to get started on Facebook, in 5 minutes flat. Once you register and connect to friends… Get your custom url There’s two ways: 1. Change your account settings: 2. Go to http://www.facebook.com/username: Use the “@” symbol in an update to give credit This will alert the group or friend you connected to, and will also show up as a...
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