Feb 12, 2011: Egyptian laptop flock in the middle of revolution

Stormieweather · 02-13-2011, 01:17 PM

I spent a month there, and have some close friends from the country. I'm very proud of them for finally standing up for themselves.

I do think the internet was a big influence on their ability to mobilize and coordinate, as well as keep spirits up. I would think it would be easier to face tanks and tear gas when you know people around the world are behind you (in spirit).

I followed every moment with live streaming broadcasts, multiple live blogs and twitter feed.

02-13-2011, 01:17 PM	#14
Stormieweather Wearing her bitch boots Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Floriduh Posts: 1,181	I spent a month there, and have some close friends from the country. I'm very proud of them for finally standing up for themselves. I do think the internet was a big influence on their ability to mobilize and coordinate, as well as keep spirits up. I would think it would be easier to face tanks and tear gas when you know people around the world are behind you (in spirit). I followed every moment with live streaming broadcasts, multiple live blogs and twitter feed. __________________ "First they ignore you, then they ridicule you, then they fight you, then you win." - Mahatma Gandhi

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