Political blog readership

Interesting article in the Washington Times

Political blogs not really so popular?

I guess it is a matter of perspective. Not many people read political blogs. But then, not many people read political magazines like National Review or The New Republic. Mass popularity and influence are not the same thing.

I found this notable though:

The Harris poll, meanwhile, found that political blog readership was lowest among those younger than 40 — and highest among people 63 and older.

So the most politically active demographic is most interested in political blogs. Young voters, who have deserted traditional media in droves, also ignore new media when it comes to politics.

If i was David Brooks i'd say something like: "this shows that Obama draws support from those who know and care the least about politics and national affairs."

But that kind of punditry can get a blogger a bad name.

HT: Powerline