Never before has the two-way flow of information between the public and elected officials been easier and, paradoxically, more complex than it is now. Changes in technology and media consumption are transforming the way people communicate about politics. Are they also changing the way politicians communicate to the public? In the era of the permanent campaign, negative advertising, personalized politics, and social media, Political Communication in Canada examines the way political parties, politicians, interest groups, the media, and citizens are using new tactics, tools, and channels to disseminate information, and also investigates the implications of these changes. Drawing on recent examples, contributors review the branding of the New Democratic Party, how Stephen Harper’s image is managed, and politicians’ use of Twitter. They also discuss the evolving role of political journalism, including the struggles of the Canadian Parliamentary Press Gallery, how the media covers politics, and how Canadians use the Internet for political discussions. At a time when political communication – from political marketing to citizen journalism – is of vital importance to the workings of government, this volume provides insight into how key political actors in Canada are conveying their messages and raises important questions about the future of Canadian democracy. | Political Communication in Canada by Alex Marland, Paperback | Indigo Chapters