A Chat with Isaac Salazar, New Media Director of the Maryland Democratic Party
The latest from new e.pol contributor Henri Makembe, who brings us a great perspective on internet politics from Isaac Salazar, a bona fide online political pro. Also see Henri’s well-received piece on the Martha Coakley campaign and his more recent article on Five Talents Campaign Managers Should Look For in a New Media Director. Plus, don’t forget to plan your own contribution — Henri’s work has shown the value of getting some fresh blood in around here, and we’re hungry for more.
A Chat with Isaac Salazar, New Media Director of the Maryland Democratic Party
Following the Politics Online conference, I had the opportunity to chat to with Isaac Salazar, New Media Director MD Democratic Party (@mddems). As one would expect, our conversation centered around new media. Isaac offered some insights into the state of new media in political organization at the state and local level. Unlike many in our field, he has a tempered view of of the role of the new media in the upcoming gubernatorial in Maryland (and 2010 cycle in general). In the end he recognizes that people, not technology, win elections. As he later told me, "my goal of is to get in touch with the voters".
HM: How did you get started in politics?
IS: Back in high school I was a page for the Maryland General Assembly. That experience sparked my interest. I later I got an internship working with the state legislature during college. At the time, then State Senator Chris Van Hollen was running for Congress and I was looking for a job after graduation. I decided to jump in and help during his primary campaign and the rest is history.
HM: Given your background, how did you transition to new media?
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