While I applaud added clarity in all things, I wonder if there is anything unique about social media here at all? Is there obvious reason to think that the dyna

While I applaud added clarity in all things, I wonder if there is anything unique about social media here at all? Is there obvious reason to think that the dynamic between, the, say, NYT and the Gov works or has ever worked any differently -- or have we simply been less aware of what went on in the past?