How to Blog

Blogs, short for “weblogs,” are websites where individuals or groups of individuals discuss recent news. The popularity of blogs has exploded in recent years—and some have become widely monitored sources of news.

Blogging is easy, free and democratic. If you have something to say, you will be published. If properly targeted, you can make known the issues that are important to our union. Blogging requires Internet access, an email address and a commitment to be heard.

1. Visit websites that have blogs and register with the site.
2. Comment when and where you see fit. Be funny, be informative, be opinionated, be personal, but be appropriate. Remember that you are a representative of LIUNA in these online communities.
3. Political activists, candidates and reporters look to LIUNA for our opinions and perspectives. By identifying yourself as a member and talking about your life and your work in communities, people will look to your comments for the insight and perspective only you can provide.

Some Blogs to Consider

POLITICAL NEWS BLOGS

• Political Wire (www.politicalwire.com)
• Hotline On Call (http://hotlineblog.nationaljournal.com)

PARTY BLOGS

• Democratic National Committee (http://www.democrats.org/blog.html)
• Republican National Committee (http://www.gop.com/Blog/)

CANDIDATE BLOGS
You can find blogs for all major candidates on their individual webpages.

ACTIVIST BLOGS

• DailyKos (www.dailykos.com)
• MyDD (www.mydd.com)
• AmericaBlog (www.americablog.com)
• Red State.Com (www.redstate.com)