GWU Looks at the Social Election

March 27, 2013

Earlier this year, ORI and the George Washington University released the results of their survey exploring the role and influence of social media in informing and shaping the public’s perspective. One of the most significant takeaways was that of those surveyed, nearly 25 percent donated money to a candidate or political party. Of those who donated, 77 percent donated online, as opposed to 54 percent who donated by mail.

The survey presentation slides are below.

2012 Social Election Survey Report Presentation Slides from ORI

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