In the Philippines, mobile devices and text messaging are enabling groups of activists, some thousands strong, to bring their message into the public's view with much less effort and much more precision than ever.  Using the devices to organize and orchestrate their demonstrations, they are able to outwit oppressive forces and broadcast their message... one I particulary like from the Philippines:

Books, not bullets.

The article by Mary Jordan of the Washington Post is here.

Links: Going Mobile: Text Messages Guide Filipino Protest