Shawn Powers
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Shawn Powers is a leading scholar at the intersection of public diplomacy, digital communication, and international relations. His work critically examines how the internet is reshaping statecraft, particularly through the rise of bots, echo chambers, and disinformation. In his influential report, *Can Public Diplomacy Survive the Internet?* (2017, 17 citations), Powers synthesizes insights from a high-level meeting at Stanford’s Hoover Institution, arguing that the very tools once hailed for democratizing global dialogue now threaten the credibility of public diplomacy itself. This work has become a foundational reference for scholars and practitioners navigating the post-truth information environment. Beyond this, Powers has made significant contributions to understanding media systems, soft power, and the role of broadcasting in foreign policy. His research is widely cited for its prescient analysis of how digital platforms undermine traditional diplomatic narratives. A sought-after voice in policy circles, Powers continues to shape debates on the future of international communication, making his work essential reading for students and researchers interested in the collision of technology, diplomacy, and global influence.
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