Studies Find Microblogs Guiding Public Opinion in China

By China News Service
Published: 2010-10-20

Yesterday, Shanghai Jiao Tong University released its “Report on Influences on Public Sentiment.” The report shows that microblogs significantly influence public opinion and are becoming a favored news source. The report also suggests that governments are beginning to pay more attention to public opinion and sees the internet as an indicator of public sentiment.  

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China News Service

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