Andrew Hammer

In the following viewpoint Andrew Hammer contends that the Internet has made it easier for people to publish and debate ideas and may eventually foster democracy worldwide. However, he argues that such a major advancement will not occur unless the online presence of women, poor people, and blue-collar workers is increased. He also maintains that members of online political organizations should avoid becoming isolated from the concerns of the real world. Hammer is the secretary general for the International League of Religious Socialists and the chair of the International Committee of the Democratic Socialists of America.

As you read, consider the following questions:

1. What are online campaigns, as explained by Hammer?
2. According to the author, what has the American left historically lacked?
3. According to Hammer, what has replaced mentoring and...