Political Rumors spread by SMS in Malaysia

The Star Malaysia reports on rumours spreading by SMS claiming that Syed Razak, the state Barisan chief, has been asked by the Prime Minister to resign. Syed Razak said "the SMS was spread to weaken the state leadership".

For insight into how powerful SMS can be in shaping public opinion and mobilizing people, read reference article on how «Technology Changed the Philippine Political Dynamics» written by Helen S. Andrade-Jimenez, for which she was awarded the 2001 Citi Journalistic Excellence Award (CJEA).

emily | 8:09 AM | SMS and Politics |
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