I have become increasingly hooked on Twitter. It’s not because I’m posting good stuff. I’m reading good stuff from lots of people. but I’ve really become a major fan of Howard Kurtz of the Washington Post.
May I call you Howie like the big guys–please?
Here’s a little sample of Kurtz’ work, limited (and enhanced) by Twitter’s 140 character limit. He is writing from the Democratic National Convention in Denver. As is typical of a blog the most recent comments are on top.
Man, this place is crawling with media egos, some pretending to be happy to see each other
All of a sudden I have followers! who knew brevity was so popular?
It explores the promise and the pitfalls of 140-character journalism as it is practiced here at the convention and beyond.
My piece on twittering journalists here: http://tinyurl.com/6zlwu3
Great debate between Jon Stewart and The Press about how we’re harming America. Both sides really engaged. He was funnier.
Riot police everywhere. My first perk: a smoothie from Google.
Just chatted up Brokaw, awaiting other anchors- and a free lunch.
Denver press tent is decrepit and depressing. Must soldier on.
Biden hit an 11 on the passion meter. I think he wants the job.
At the Denver baggage claim. The excitement is building.
TV on the plane! 4 hours of Biden blather to Denver!
He’s very clever. He should write for a living.
No link to your Twitter?
Shameless plug: http://twitter.com/rockmanac
-Adam
Geoff – you’re up early enough on Sundays to watch Reliable Sources?
I like that show.
Twitter, not so much.