9.12 tea party in DC
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Tea Party mobilizes via cable + online networks

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The Tea Party movement emerges as a decentralized political force, combining cable television coverage with social media platforms to drive grassroots activism and influence electoral politics.

Decentralized online activism drives town halls and primary challenges.

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February 19, 2009
Tea Party mobilizes via cable + online networks
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