Cyberspace as Political Marketplace: How Does Democracy Rate as Reality TV? (CITS, 2005)

entitled "Cyberspace as Political Marketplace: How Does Democracy Rate as Reality TV?" Dr. Martinez's talk will focus on the commercialization of the democratic process and the emergence of what he calls the "political industrial complex." Involved in this discussion is the degree to which online technologies contribute to the commercialization of democracy. In his talk Dr. Martinez will argue that online technologies play a major role in the acceleration of commercialization. Dr. Martinez will present evidence from the most recent Presidential campaign.show less...