Election 2012: Social Media Viewed as Critical to Obama Victory

Did tweets, likes and status updates help decide the 2012 presidential election?

This infographic shows the difference between the social media efforts of President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney--and compares it to the popular vote. 

With only 60% of eligible voters participating in the November 2012 election, social media appears to have played a significant role. This infographic shows how Obama bested Romney in the get-out-the vote effort.

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