From Pete Buttigieg, Beto O’Rourke, Adam Kinzinger, and Jeff Jackson, to Senator Hickenlooper and DNI Tulsi Gabbard, how are politicians using Substack?
Appreciate the roundup, it’s genuinely helpful to see who’s using the platform.
I published a post earlier this week that digs deeper into the strategic implications of government agencies, like the State Department ,using Substack as an official communications channel.
This shift isn’t just novel, it’s meaningful. When public institutions adopt platforms built for monetization and tracking, it opens the door to new risks. From metadata collection to blurred lines between public service and narrative shaping.
Caution is advised when engaging with any federal agency on this platform — or any platform, for that matter.
Wait, is Josh Hawley’s a real account? It says “xoxo fascist boy” as the sub header
Good catch. Thank you. I'm going to remove it.
Rand Paul
We found Rand Paul Review, but we don't think it's associated to Senator Rand Paul. Do you have a link to the Senator's profile here on Substack?
I am an elected county commissioner from Minnesota and I’m using Substack as a way to get my news from reliable journalists.
Love it! We will continue to update this list and will add you!
https://grangerforla.substack.com?r=29zl68&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile
Please please follow Dustin, especially if you live in Louisiana. He may be our best hope for getting through this!
Please check the link for Elizabeth Warren. It links to Joe Walsh.
Appreciate the roundup, it’s genuinely helpful to see who’s using the platform.
I published a post earlier this week that digs deeper into the strategic implications of government agencies, like the State Department ,using Substack as an official communications channel.
This shift isn’t just novel, it’s meaningful. When public institutions adopt platforms built for monetization and tracking, it opens the door to new risks. From metadata collection to blurred lines between public service and narrative shaping.
Caution is advised when engaging with any federal agency on this platform — or any platform, for that matter.
If you're mapping this landscape, I hope my analysis adds value to the conversation: https://brittannica.substack.com/p/statecraft-or-substack-why-the-us