McCain, Obama and the Savvy Use of Viral Videos
The political landscape is changing now that the interminable Obama-Clinton pissing contest (“I’m for change…” “No, I”M for change…”) has finally ended with Obama demonstrating only slightly greater distance. Expect a different kind of tourney between McCain and Obama between now and November which will include its share of clever…
…and satirical…
…videos on YouTube. All I can say is that McCain’s campaign staff better learn to harness the power of viral videos if they want him to appeal to young “MTV Generation” voters.
Doug
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I see what you mean. But surely there are some funny (clever) McCain videos out there?
This one is from "The Onion". Their stuff is satirical. But McCain needs some material that will work for him the way this one (arguably) works for Obama.
But McCain may think YouTube targets a demographic (MTV generation) he isn't interested in. I think McCain is more interested in serious Americans concerned for the country and less interested in a funny video contest. Still, they are votes and they all count.
Funny stuff. But I have grown tired of the whole election thing. Maybe if things heat up I'll tune back in.
Love The Onion!!
There have been so many videos made from clips of the Back To The Future movies. Time for me to rent it again!
Funny! I agree, McCain needs help in the advertising and PR department.