The issue focused on the use of social media to influence the election. The researchers examined the use of Facebook and Twitter during the 2014 general election.

The study focused on the election of Democratic U.S. Sen. Mark Udall of Colorado.

It found that the social media platform Facebook had a positive impact in shaping voters' opinions, but the effect of Twitter was stronger.

While Twitter users were not swayed by their political opinions, their Facebook friends showed a more significant impact.

