Author Archives: Dilan

About Dilan

Dilan is a junior in Davenport College double majoring in Political Science and African Studies.

SeeClickFix: The Future National 3-1-1

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Dilan

Everyone can think of something in his or her neighborhood that needs fixing. Whether it be potholes on the main highway, overfilled dumpsters, or even graffiti on schools, we can easily name the issues. The problem is getting them fixed, … Continue reading →

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Citizen Engagement in Congress Through Facebook

Posted on April 8, 2012 by Dilan

A few weeks ago, House majority leader Eric Cantor (R) revealed a new Facebook initiative called the Citizen Cosponsor Project. The app allows people to log in using their Facebook and follow legislation they are interested in (cosponsor a bill). … Continue reading →

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Social Media Helps New Haven Rally for Trayvon Martin

Posted on March 25, 2012 by Dilan

Since Trayvon Martin’s murder on February 26th, an intense social media campaign over racial injustice, gun laws, and vigilantism has taken the internet by storm.  The African-American 17 year old was shot and killed by George Zimmerman, captain of Martin’s … Continue reading →

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Food for Thought: Are GOP Candidates Falling Behind on Social Media?

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Dilan

This is an interesting post on Fox’s political blog suggests that GOP candidates strides in social media are considerably dwarfed by Obama’s presence on sites such as Twitter and Facebook. Considering the growing relevance of social media in politics(especially amongst … Continue reading →

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Presidential Image in the Media: How Important Is Attractiveness?

Posted on March 11, 2012 by Dilan

About fifty-three years ago, the US presidential elections were determined by the content that citizens read in the papers and heard on the radio. They learned platforms, histories, and other general information and casted a vote all while only at … Continue reading →

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Apple Is the New Madonna

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Dilan

As cold February comes to a close, excitement over the beginning of March is buzzing all over the world. Unfortunately for Mother Nature, it has nothing to do with the anticipation of spring. Instead, the Apple empire once again prepares … Continue reading →

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The Spin Factor: Editing the Truth in Journalism

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Dilan

Earlier this week, a camera crew could be spotted at various places on Yale’s campus. It was clear they were looking for people to interview and being a naturally curious person, I asked why they were visiting the campus. A … Continue reading →

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