Wednesday, October 13, 2010

November 4th Discussion Topics

November 4th Topics
1.       Technology’s effect on election turn out on the local/regional/national scaleà
Will technology continue to influence America’s youth to actively participate in politics? If so does this bode well for Democrats, Republicans, or both? Will this benefit Independent candidates who will be able to compete with their opponents without having as much private funding? Was the 2008 presidential campaign only a glimpse of what is to come in future elections?

2.       Technology risk vs. rewardsà
While technology has undoubtedly increased the amount of available information to the public, it has also made children more susceptible than ever to predators. It also allows children to access materials they would ordinarily not be able to view until a much older age.  (Speaking strictly in terms of children ages 7-15) Does technology pose more risk than benefit?