Politics in the Age of Social Media: How Digital Platforms Are Shaping Elections.
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The Digital Transformation of Political Engagement Social media has redefined the political landscape, shifting power dynamics and altering how campaigns, candidates, and voters interact. The digital transformation of political engagement is no longer an emerging trend but an established force shaping modern democracy. From Twitter’s real-time debates to TikTok’s short-form activism, digital platforms have become battlegrounds where elections are fought and won. The traditional avenues of political discourse—town halls, televised debates, and newspaper endorsements—have been supplemented by social networks. In many cases, social networks have overtaken these traditional methods due to their immediacy, reach, and influence. The Role of Algorithms in Political Messaging. Algorithms dictate what users see, amplifying messages that drive engagement. Political campaigns have adapted, crafting content designed to maximize visibility and virality. Whether through targeted a...