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“You can choose to listen to one end of the spectrum or the other on Twitter, just like you can on television. But hopefully what we've done is given a voice to that broad middle ground.” quote by Dick Costolo
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“You can choose to listen to one end of the spectrum or the other on Twitter, just like you can on television. But hopefully what we've done is given a voice to that broad middle ground.”

Dick Costolo

About This Quote

Source Speech: Twitter Town Hall, 2015

He highlights how Twitter offers polarized extremes but also a moderate middle, aiming to amplify balanced voices.

In simple terms: Twitter can give voice to moderate perspectives.

Key Takeaway

Seek and share middle‑ground viewpoints.

Themes

media communication balance

Mood

thoughtful optimistic

Type

observational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • social media strategy
  • community building
  • political dialogue

Key Concepts

polarization moderation public discourse

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can platforms encourage nuanced conversation?
  • What incentives help users share moderate views?
A Different Perspective

Balancing extremes can be hard when audiences prefer sensational content.

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