Social Media and Political Accountability: Bridging the Gap Between Citizens and Politicians

By Andrea Ceron

Book Overview

Chapter 1. Introduction.- PART I - Linking politicians' behavior with their SNS declarations.- Chapter 2. Endorsements in primary election.- Chapter 3. Ministerial selection: Twitter as a "signal".- Chapter 4. Parliamentary behavior: Rebels and switchers.- PART II - Linking politicians' behavior with SNS users' opinion.- Chapter 5. "Competing principals" 2.0? The pressure of SNS users.- Chapter 6. Social media, "connective action" and public policy.-Chapter 7. Restoring online political trust.-Chapter 8. Conclusion. Accountability and responsiveness: A Sentiment-democracy?.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3319849492
• ISBN13: 9783319849492
• Release Date: May 2018
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 236 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.8" x 8.3"