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Rob Ford Uses Obama-Style ‘Robocalls’ To Connect With Voters

Rob Ford Uses Obama-Style ‘Robocalls’ To Connect With Voters

The Toronto Star looks at the widening use of a “robocall” program, which allows voters to participate in a massive conference call with the candidate using the program: “Like a call-in radio show, you get to ask the candidate questions and listen in, sometimes for surprisingly long periods. Candidates can gather valuable information by asking [...]

Evans: Will Toronto’s Race For Mayor Be A Social One?

Evans: Will Toronto’s Race For Mayor Be A Social One?

Technology and social media blogger Mark Evans wonders aloud whether the 2010 mayoral race will be 2.0 certified: “The big question is how much of a role social media will play in a race expected to attract a number of strong candidates. With union and corporate donations recently banned, Toronto’s mayoralty hopefuls must rely on [...]