The state of Vermont is handing over control of its social media marketing
machine. The state says it’s seeking an authentic, uncensored
voice to promote tourism online.
Burlington city
councilors who drafted the resolution say that the move isn’t political but one that identifies the emerging importance of social media in local government transparency
and communication.
Vermonters value debating local issues and
interacting with their local government on Town Meeting Day in person, but many voters
increasingly expect their towns to take advantage of the digital world as well.
Tech savvy foodies can share their favorite ingredients and recipes on Twitter. "Follow" Marialisa Calta as she decodes "Eat Tweet," on The VPR Table Friday afternoon and Saturday morning.
VPR’s Jane Lindholm talks with users of the online service Twitter about how people have embraced it and what the attcation is for personal use and for business.
Sen. Patrick Leahy on the kind of nominee he hopes the president will choose for the Supreme Court. Also, Twitter! The social media platform has taken off, and we talk with users in our region about why and how they use Twitter to get their message out.