Today, new developments in media and technology are almost always about making people’s lives easier and more fun. Social networks let us stay in touch with our friends and family quickly and easily. Advancements in video games let us immerse ourselves in increasingly compelling worlds. And smartphones let us access information we need almost anywhere. But changes in technology aren’t just about convenience or functionality. They often have an effect on how we relate to society and government. Many developments in how books were made (much more than just Gutenberg’s printing press) allowed…