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“People worry about Twitter. Twitter is banal. It's 140-character messages. By definition, you can hardly say anything profound. On the other hand, we communicate. And, sometimes, we communicate about things that are important.” quote by James Gleick
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“People worry about Twitter. Twitter is banal. It's 140-character messages. By definition, you can hardly say anything profound. On the other hand, we communicate. And, sometimes, we communicate about things that are important.”

James Gleick

About This Quote

Twitter’s brevity limits depth, yet it still enables sharing of important ideas despite its trivial appearance.

In simple terms: Short posts limit depth but can still convey important ideas.

Key Takeaway

Use concise platforms wisely to share meaningful content.

Themes

communication media depth conciseness

Mood

reflective critical

Type

observational analytical

When to use this quote

  • social media marketing
  • public discourse
  • personal updates
  • news sharing

Key Concepts

information theory attention economy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you convey depth in 140 characters?
  • When is brevity an advantage?
A Different Perspective

Brevity may oversimplify complex topics, risking misunderstanding.

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