Jamelle Bouie is far from a textbook social media star. The New York Times columnist
who is also Slate's former chief political correspondent
is a mainstay of legacy media's single largest platform. Bouie covers the deteriorating front of America's political system with astonishing speed and resonant clearheadedness,
The article from MSN discusses how David Brooks, a long-time conservative columnist for The New York Times, has unexpectedly become a social media sensation due to his unique blend of old-school journalism and modern-day commentary. Known for his thoughtful and often contrarian takes on politics and culture, Brooks has managed to capture the attention of a new generation of readers through platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok. His rise to social media stardom was particularly highlighted by a viral moment where he discussed the price of a meal at Newark Airport, which led to widespread discussion and meme creation. This incident, along with his candid, sometimes humorous, and always insightful posts, has made him an unlikely star in the digital age, bridging the gap between traditional media and the fast-paced world of social media.