Why is it a poor article? Are you suggesting that the entire story is fabricated? If not then I don't see what's wrong with sharing an article that gives many examples of growth tactics and execution.
Correct, but even YC classifies that as a hack. If you have ever checked out the YC Application they ask of a time where you have hacked an existing system to make it work in your favor. If this doesn't qualify as a hack then I don't know what does.
What was your role during growth? From the outside peeking in it sounds like you were possibly pushed out. Nothing wrong with that, as you have accomplished so much regardless.
I don't think it's so much about conveying an important message more than being able to engage the masses at a pretty ridiculous speed. Besides, most politicians only post brief messages linking to bigger and more in-depth articles.
Agreed. It took me a while to join Twitter. I was reluctant at first because I thought: "Why the hell would anyone want to hear my random thoughts?" I didn't realize that I was the one who wanted to hear OTHER people's random thoughts.
I recommend checking local Meetups(www.meetup.com). I have yet to be in any city where there aren't people just like you who are just looking for people to build cool stuff with.
I also believe that is actually the main objective of most Hackathons.