Online Politics 101 E-Book Provides Free Advocacy Guide for Political Campaigns and Citizen Activists
"Online Politics 101: The Tools and Tactics of Online Advocacy," looks comprehensively at the Internet political organizing methods that work today, with new sections on cutting-edge tools such as Facebook, Twitter and online advertising. Expanded chapters explore topics including online video, viral marketing and online fundraising. The 52-page, free handbook also discusses topics ranging from the essentials of building an effective campaign website to the use of blogs to promote candidates and issues.

New Guide Shows Political Campaigns How to Use the Internet to Win Elections in 2010
"How Candidates Can Use the Internet to Win in 2010" is a comprehensive guide to effective online political campaigning, including detailed overviews of social media outreach, online advertising, political email, digital fundraising, Twitter, Internet-enabled field organizing and online video.

McGinty: At least we're not living in South Carolina
Noted author Thomas Franks received widespread acclaim for his best-selling book "What's the Matter with Kansas?," which chronicled how the state went from being one of the strongholds of progressive populism to the bastion of conservatism it is today. It's a fascinating read that examines history, politics and cultural evolution, and, if you enjoy works on politics and society, it's worth your time.