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Computers for Political Change: PeaceNet and Public Data Access.
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Downing, John D. H. – Journal of Communication, 1989
Describes two computer communication projects: PeaceNet, devoted to peace issues; and Public Data Access, devoted to making U.S. government information more broadly available. Discusses the potential of new technology (computer communication) for grass-roots political movements. (SR)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Activism, Communication Research, Computer Networks