Abstract
This study examines the relationship between the use of mobile phones and social network sites (SNS), and the online and offline political participation during the 2011 Singapore General Election. Based on a national survey of Singapore citizens, it was found that using mobile phones to express opinions, discuss issues, and share news was positively related to both online and offline participation during the elections.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Battle for Hearts and Minds |
| Subtitle of host publication | New Media and Elections in Singapore |
| Editors | Tan Tarn How, Arun Mahizhnan, Ang Peng Hwa |
| Place of Publication | Singapore |
| Pages | 143-162 |
| Publication status | Published - Sept 2015 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Research Keywords
- social media
- political participation
- Singapore
- elections
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