Swine flu creates controversy on Twitter

"This is a good example of why [Twitter is] headed in that wrong direction, because it's just propagating fear amongst people as opposed to seeking actual solutions or key information," said Brennon Slattery, a contributing writer for PC World. "The swine flu thing came really at the crux of a media revolution."

Twitter's popularity has exploded in recent months, and Slattery said it's a new development that a wide number of people would turn to ... Full Story »

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Katie Rose
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by Katie Rose - Apr. 29, 2009

The article is concise and well-written -- very clear. All of the sources had generally the same opinion: Twitter is being used pretty well, but there is a definite element of hysteria in the open conversation that spawned. The journalist could have sought out people with varying opinions.

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