This book serves as a comprehensive handbook for students, scholars, and professionals in various fields such as communication, journalism, international affairs, political science, linguistics, and social media studies. It compiles a series of chapters that explore the use of Twitter in different contexts of political activism and discourse. The chapters cover a range of topics including the potential of Twitter for political activism, promotional and emotional strategies in political discourse, the impact of digital communication on public spheres, and the role of Twitter in various social movements and campaigns. The book also examines the ethical considerations and challenges related to freedom of speech and governance in the digital age. Each chapter is authored by experts from various universities around the world, providing diverse perspectives on the intersection of social media and political engagement.

The article explores the impact of new media, such as social networks, blogs, and microblogs, on democracy and political participation. It highlights the role of these digital tools in civic engagement and their potential to challenge existing political power structures, particularly referencing their importance during the Middle East uprisings. The paper aims to investigate the relationship between social media use and public engagement, addressing the debate on whether new media significantly influence social movements and the democratization process. It reviews two contrasting perspectives: Skeptics, who doubt the effectiveness of new media in political participation, and Utopians, who believe new media foster greater inclusivity and participation. The article seeks to evaluate the role of new media in political campaigns, debates, choices, representation, and decision-making.