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@paulg @sama Somebody should profile the mob.

@paulg 1000 have instant access, ability to "google" any "fact", instant response, can see themselves "in lights", time, & 0 accountability

@paulg @sama Technology is foremost a force multiplier. Good founders can change a whole industry; mob leaders try same with public opinion?

@paulg @sama that's the power of Internet + < 1000 angry people + an audience waiting to get angry

@paulg @sama @foundersatwork traditional media principles still in play w/new mediums: sensationalized, manipulative, agenda based.

@paulg @sama it's not about power of the mob; it's weakness of people/orgs they appeal to. Tell the mob to piss off and see what happens.

@paulg @clairlemon @sama social media is about knowing to rouse the crowd. One person is enough. see crowd riot research. One person enough

@paulg @sama @clairlemon That would mean ignoring them would have a greater effect than expected.

@paulg @sama it takes two people for a troll to succeed

@paulg startup idea: generate Klout-like score to accurately asses outrage for a controversy. Helps brands know when to stick with a client.