Facebook vs Twitter: the differential relationship with mass attitudes about democracy in Latin Americas

What is it about?

This study explores how social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter shape people's views on democracy in Latin America. It finds that Facebook's communication, which tends to be more grassroots, is linked to more negative opinions on democracy, while Twitter, which features communication from elites, is associated with more positive views. The study highlights the differences in how these platforms influence public opinion and suggests that policymakers should consider these differences when developing strategies for political communication.

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