Bradleywint:
Microsoft has partner with activist group, Rock The Vote, to allow Xbox Live users to register to vote in the upcoming U.S. Presidential Elections in November 2008. They have entered into this agreement with the overall strategy to encourage younger citizens to become more aware of what takes place in the political environment and also give them the chance to elect someone who they think will represent them well. The partnership will also allow for Xbox 360 owners to cast their votes in opinion polls, which could give a better idea as to which presidential party is gaining more support. There will also be discussion boards where Xbox Live members can voice their opinions about current political happenings. Microsoft is also doing their part to publicize the system by going to actual Democratic and Republican conventions, with the aim of making the politicians aware of the new system. Read the rest of this entry »