Activism and How Video and the Internet Play a Part Now

I’ve noticed how quickly news travels now, especially when there is a video involved.  Remember the incedent with Ryan Moats and the police officer?  How about poor old lady being tasered?  Many of us have seen these videos and have our own opinions about them but just think back 5 to 10 years ago… would so many of us have known much about them?  Probably not.

In a recent post on the Google Blog, the subject of “digital activism” was discussed.  I think it’s a very interesting thing to ponder in light of fairly recent events in some very closed nations.  There were some videos being circulated from China, and even Iran showing some goings-on.  Sites like Youtube have really opened the door for people to get their points across!

A few weeks back I was interested to watch a youtube video of someone making a point.  There is a movement in New England about camera rights and particularly in court rooms and other public places.  The movement is an interesting one but not really what I want to talk about today.  It made me think about how easy it is today to make video content and how easy it is to share it with others.

Check out the video and share some of your thoughts in the comments.  Tell us a few things:

1. Has the impact of the digital age been a good thing or not, and why or why not?
2. In what ways has digital activism changed how you think or feel?
3. Obviously the idea of activism is to help others see your point of view.  Does this video help you see the activist’s point?  Why or why not?

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