About Political Gastronomica
Political Gastronomica is a discourse on technology and online activism - how the marketplace of governing and ideas is improving with the efficiencies of the Internet.
Author Sanford Dickert, former CTO of John Kerry for President Campaign, works with political campaigns, non-profits and private companies from the Fortune 500 to startups.
Dickert leverages online community engagement techniques and technical vision for brand and message management through effective application of social media and organizational processes.
Tag Archives: Obama Administration
Michelle Rhee to resign – why is it so difficult to make a difference?
Will the Obama Administration stand up and respect the contract you made with DC Schools and their children – by ensuring that the plans created and designed by Chancellor Rhee are kept when you complete the awarding of the Race to the Top grant? Continue reading
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Tagged Michelle Rhee, Obama Administration
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Funny stories about Bush tech in White House
Sorry, but after posting my video – friends pointed out lots of articles on how “antiquated” the White House tech was when moving in. Washington Post – Staff Finds White House in the Technological Dark Ages Gawker – Technology’s White … Continue reading
On CNNi: How Effectively Will Obama Use Technology?
On the 13th of January, I was asked to speak with CNN International about how could the Obama Administration effectively use technology to increase transparency. The video is from CNNi: World News Europe with Becky Anderson. Great quote sent to … Continue reading
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Tagged CNN International, Obama Administration, transparency in government, World News Europe
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Alternative Realities v2: Obama’s Admin versus Santos
This morning, I woke to a plethora of emails suggesting that I was two Administrations behind – especially after noting that Slate had already drawn some comparisons to the Presidential Election of 2006 and the Obama Election. So, to follow … Continue reading
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Tagged Obama Administration, Santos Administration, The West Wing
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