Social Media and Youth Sociopolitical Standpoints in Qatar: The Case of Twitter
摘要
Using a mixed-methods approach, this article evaluates how Twitter usage impacts the sociopolitical perspectives of Qatari and non-Qatari youth, particularly their views on Qatari cultural norms, politics, and the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Qualitative interviews with ten Georgetown University students assess these perceptions, while the quantitative section analyzes 600 Twitter lines from October 2022 to January 2023, focusing on themes of Palestine and the World Cup. The findings suggest that Twitter significantly influences youth's perspectives on migrant issues, domestic politics, and gender norms in Qatar.