[snicksnak]

> I use social media for information, not to be turned into a money-making asset for those I follow.

can you describe what you use as sources of information on twitter? Can't be any traditional media outlets because they also want you to pay.

[the_snooze]

If it's available where you live, very local news (like at the neighborhood or town level) is pretty useful to follow for info like why a road is closed or what local trails you should check out.

Professionally, I also follow academic conferences I'm involved in. They tweet announcements like deadlines and highlight new research.

[meowface]

There are many independent individuals who share interesting information and opinions on Twitter. But they're stuck in a sea of... everything else everyone associates with Twitter.

I strongly doubt they meant following a corporation's Twitter, or something like that.