The Transformative Power of Digital Networks on Modern Citizenship and Politics

The Networked Citizen: Power, Politics, and Resistance in the Internet Age

Abstract:

This groundbreaking book explores how power dynamics have transformed through digital communication, questioning traditional concepts of citizenship amidst an increasingly networked society. By examining the influence of the internet on state, citizen, and political relationships across three countries - the USA, Italy, and China - this text provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the evolution in political power exercised today.

The narrative unfolds from the mid-1990s through to 2016, capturing pivotal moments such as Barack Obama's groundbreaking presidential campgn of 2008, the contentious election of Donald Trump, and the emergence of digital activism during events like the Arab Spring. It analyzes how platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube have both facilitated global discourse while challenging conventional political landscapes.

Key Features:

1. Interdisciplinary Analysis: Integrating philosophical inquiry with political theory and media studies to challenge existing notions of citizenship, civic engagement, and power.

2. Case Studies: In-depth explorations of pivotal events through the lens of digital networks and their impact on society.

3. Contemporary Relevance: Examination of how contemporary technologies have reshaped democratic processes and citizen participation.

Structure:

• Introduction to Networked Citizenship: Exploring the theoretical foundations of networked citizenship in the context of modern information societies.

• The Rise of Digital Democracy: Analyzing historical events that highlight the role of digital networks in political mobilization, such as Barack Obama's campgn strategies and the impact of social media during mass protests like the Arab Spring.

• Diverse Experiences Across Countries: Comparative studies on how differing national contexts influence the relationship between citizens and power structures through technology.

• Implications for Power Dynamics: Discussion on how networked technologies enable shared vulnerabilities among various actors in political systems, challenging conventional notions of state control.

Author Background:

Giovanni Navarria is an Associate at the Centre for Political Thought at the University of Exeter. Holding a PhD from the University of Westminster and a degree in Philosophy from the University of Catania, his interdisciplinary research encompasses politics, power relations, and media studies with a particular focus on digital technologies.

Accessibility Information:

This publication is designed to be accessible across various platforms including print ISBN: 978-981-13-3292-0, eBook ISBN: 978-981-13-3293-7 and digital formats suitable for institutional subscriptions.

Publication Year:

2019

In , The Networked Citizen offers a critical insight into the pivotal role of technology in shaping contemporary power dynamics, challenging traditional assumptions about citizenship and political engagement in an interconnected world. This comprehensive resource serves as both a theoretical guide and practical reference for scholars, policymakers, students, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of digital governance.

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