If you want to stay connected with the chattering classes in Ottawa, then look no further then accessing your own twitter account. Increasingly politicos and professionals have been using this social networking tool to get the word out and stay connected to their own supporters. Currently only 6% of Canadians are using the popular micro-blogging site. In spite of its limited user base Twitter will be an important tool in breaking news on the campaign trail where it happens when it happens.
The downside of this instant Internet fix it is easier to report more misinformation faster than ever before.This hypercompetitive media environment, would be like something out of Mark Twain’s worst nightmare who when hearing of his own demise said “The reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated.” One thing is certain twitter is here to stay and along with other social media platforms will it sure to shape news and opinion in the next federal election .
