David Rieff, Doritos, and the intellectual deformations of social media. “I don’t exactly think better of myself for all the time I spend on Twitter”

Arts & Letters Daily1/31/2026

Summary

David Rieff discusses the impact of social media on intellectual thought, specifically referencing his experience with Twitter. He expresses a negative sentiment about the time spent on the platform, stating, “I don’t exactly think better of myself for all the time I spend on Twitter.” The mention of Doritos suggests a connection to broader themes of consumer culture and social media.

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