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The Mobilization Machine: How Algorithms Power Activism and Redefine Political Participation - cover

The Mobilization Machine: How Algorithms Power Activism and Redefine Political Participation

Lydia Fairchild

Publisher: BookRix

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Every movement today runs on more than passion—it runs on platforms. The Mobilization Machine explores how algorithms, trending systems, and digital platforms amplify grassroots activism and shape the narratives that drive political change.Written for students and future civic leaders, this book explains how online systems determine visibility, organize communities, and accelerate campaigns. It examines both the potential and the pitfalls: from the power of digital mobilization in giving voice to the marginalized, to the risks of echo chambers, manipulation, and algorithmic bias.Far from alarmist, the book provides a balanced and professional look at how digital tools can be harnessed ethically to strengthen democracy. By unpacking the mechanics of online mobilization, it equips readers with critical insight into how activism is evolving—and how to engage responsibly in digital political life.If you want to understand how activism is being rewritten by technology, this is your essential guide.
Available since: 09/09/2025.

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