[Air-L] Must-reads on independent, social media-powered candidates?

[Luis E. Hestres]

Hi AoIR,

Can anyone recommend some must-read literature on independent candidates or brand-new parties that relied almost exclusively on social media to communicate and mobilize? I’m interested in doing a case study about a campaign happening right now (not in the US, or at least not as such..) and need some context for it. 

Also, if you’re a social media data ninja (particularly Facebook Live data) and you’re interested in collaborations, feel free to reach out. Bilingual colleagues are especially welcome.

Thanks!

Luis  

PS: I know I owe some response compilations from previous inquiries to people who have requested them…that’s one of my holiday break projects. Apologies!

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Dr. Luis E. Hestres
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Department of Communication
The University of Texas at San Antonio
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