Soundbitten : the perils of media-centered political activism /
Sobieraj, Sarah.
New York ; London : New York University Press,
c2011.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 199-209) and index.
What if the whole world isn't watching? activism, presidential campaigns, and the thorny struggle for visibility -- Campaign events as catalysts : the politicization of public space -- Streets as stage : the many faces of publicity -- "Apparently they don't like succinct and articulate" : journalists, activists, and the battle over news -- Wait. isn't that a bird in your hand? pushing bystanders out of the way in an effort to reach "the public" -- What about us? bittersweet residues of mobilization -- Epilogue : Web 2.0 and election 2008.
Public relations and politics
Mass media
Communication in politics