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Why Lobby? - Friends Committee on National Legislation Digital Media Could Make or Break Presidential Race - National Public Radio For Activists, Tips in Safe Use of Social Media - Austin Considine The Internet is emerging as a powerful tool for communication, education and activism. It is also an effective tool for IHM Sisters and Associates who cannot be as active as they used to be but still have the desire to work for justice, peace and sustainability. Just in its infancy, it is hard to predict or estimate the long-term effects of Internet activism. However there are signs of the potential effectiveness of this emerging medium for social change. A recent study by the Congressional Management Foundation found that e-mails are an effective way to communicate with members of Congress. Congressional staff believe e-mail has increased public understanding of what happens in Washington, made members of Congress more responsive to their constituents and influences their decisions. Resources We compiled a list (PDF 60 KB) of the best armchair activism sites. This document requires Adobe Reader. You can download latest version here.
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