Karen Grimaldi Midterm: Political, Science & Business

http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2010/05/investigation-into-genetic-testing-companies/
This site is reporting on an investigation of three direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies.

It is unique because it could be the starting point for a wide-ranging investigation if the committee decides to go in that direction.  The site also contains a blog and a video.

The Food and Drug Administration recently went after Pathway, one of the companies, for its retail plan.
Although industry watchers feel regulators will eventually pay more attention to the industry, it's not certain what action Congress or the FDA will eventually take.  It is informing the public of these issues.


http://able2know.org/topic/18876-1
This website is a forum for the pros and cons of unions.  It's composed of a series of questions about unions in general allowing replies.

I think it's unique because of the large amount of feedback and exchange that's involved.  Users have the ability to start a discussion.

I think it is effective due to the large number of users who have shown interest in the site by their participation and felt compelled to voice their views.

http://www.gop.com/
The GOP site opens with a picture of Sarah Palin inviting you to join her.  Categories on the website include the Obama Myth Busted and the Republicans Blueprint for Victory.

I think the site is unique because it is providing the user with the opportunity to make phone calls to express support for the movement to remove Nancy Pelosi from office. The site also includes a blog for victory, a YouTube channel, a Facebook page and details ways people can act to support the movement.

I think this site has been effective since the Republican issues seem to be gaining momentum throughout the country. 


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