Jon Humbert

Sports betting content strategist. Retired investigative reporter. Buffs, Broncos, and Avs. Hot takes are my own (and are likely political/sports)

[Jon Humbert @jonhumbert]

"When the system works, Playtech’s trivia game is breezy good fun, and a way to win easy money.

But like a lot in the gaming industry these days, it’s less generous, more glitchy, and sometimes totally unusable."

Trivia, Griff, and my $5,000 mistake: https://t.co/zRDnfiJPY9

[Jon Humbert @jonhumbert]

"AI has become a comforting crutch for the intellectually bankrupt and creatively corrupt."

So, yep, I vibe coded a hedgehog instead.

My latest: https://t.co/ApdWiMuM5Z

[Jon Humbert @jonhumbert]

@tick0

[Jon Humbert @jonhumbert]

"You aren’t an arbiter of truth. You’re a bounty hunter."

Prediction markets have a truth problem.

Dusting off the ol' journalism skills for a column on gambling, sports, and more: https://t.co/HTcbOSi1V2

#PredictionMarket #gamblingtwitter #gambling #betting

[Jon Humbert @jonhumbert]

You are partially funded by a conservative think tank.

You endorse politicians and policy initiatives.

No, that's not "the press." That's not "new media."

You can register as a lobbyist though. Because that's what you're doing now. I think the letter is pretty fair.

[Brandi Kruse @BrandiKruse]

After 15 years covering the Washington State Legislature, I was just denied a press pass. Why? Because I have taken the public position that girls should not be forced to compete against boys.

I am one of the longest-serving political reporters in the state. I have never acted unprofessionally at the statehouse. I ask serious, well-informed questions and provide coverage for many Washingtonians who feel unrepresented in mainstream news coverage.

To make matters worse, legacy media representatives with the Capitol Correspondents Association conspired with Democrats in the House to weaponize an outdated policy to keep me (and other new media professionals) out.

Let me be clear: Legacy news reporters took the side of politicians over the public. Rather than help expand political coverage for all by welcoming independent media into the fold, they pushed for LESS press freedom, not more. They played gatekeeper. Not only to help their struggling outlets survive by keeping out the competition, but to help the Democratic Party in power keep out critical voices.

Yes, independent media in Washington state is overwhelmingly conservative. There is a reason for that. There is a reason more reporters are leaving legacy newsrooms to do what I did in 2021. Too many local newsrooms cover stories from a progressive worldview. They increasingly shut out 40% of the state and parrot the views of the party in power.

Offering my informed opinion on policies should not preclude me, or others, from having access to the spaces we need to be in to do our jobs for the citizens who depend on us. To shut us out is to shut them out.

I have advocated for a simple policy to govern press passes in Olympia – one based on decorum. If reporters can abide by reasonable decorum rules, they should be allowed a press pass. Podcasters. Bloggers. Columnists. YouTubers. Everyone.

I invite my friends (and enemies) in legacy news to show a united front and stand up for press freedom, as I have done consistently for years – even when it meant criticizing my own side.

If the goal is to hold elected leaders accountable, expanding old rules to welcome in more voices and more perspectives is the answer.

If the goal is to shut out anyone who might challenge Democratic leaders, then I guess the policy should stay the same.

[Torrey Smith @TorreySmithWR]

If your vote didn’t matter, there wouldn’t be fake bomb threats.

[Daniel Dale @ddale8]

From colleague @holmeslybrand: The Philadelphia Police Department told CNN they were not aware what Trump was referring to and did not know of any issues with voting that required a law enforcement response.

[Alexis Nikole Nelson @blackforager]

Surely if I just internet a little harder, the election results will show up

[Jon Humbert @jonhumbert]

Hey, you don’t have to listen to me.

But take the sage advice from “Senator,” an unlockable secret character from the 1995 seminal Sega CD classic “Eternal Champions: Challenge From the Dark Side:

[Jon Ralston @RalstonReports]

This is a very important story.

It carefully explains why elections in NV may not be decided Election Night because of outstanding mail ballots. It's called the law. But that won't stop a candidate frm declaring victory on Election Night.

Not that any candidate would do that.

[Sesame Street @sesamestreet]

We all face moments when things feel overwhelming, and that’s okay. Remember, you are not alone.

[Justin Baragona @justinbaragona]

Trump is literally demanding that CBS and ABC be taken off the air.

[Jon Humbert @jonhumbert]

The My Pillows are on sale for 14.88.

Huh. I’m sure it’s a coincidence.

[Aaron Rupar @atrupar]

Trump claims there are 20,000 people at his speech. The camera immediately pans out and show it's nowhere close to 20,000 people.

[evan loves worf @esjesjesj]

Here’s what David Sacks said about Trump after January 6th. Just remember all these guys are liars.

[Jon Humbert @jonhumbert]

There is something deeply broken about these people.

[Michael J. Stern @MichaelJStern1]

Reaching a new level of insanity, Tucker Carlson claims he was mauled by a demon while sleeping. The demon left claw marks.

Parenthetically, his wife and dogs were sleeping next to him but never woke up during the alleged demon mauling.

https://t.co/GgYdbcED1d

[Jon Ralston @RalstonReports]

Needs to be repeated every day until Nov. 5:

Same people who made up claims about fraud in 2020, tried to overturn an election and helped incite a Capitol riot are doing it again, w/frivolous lawsuits and hyperbolic posts.

Their hypocrisy is boundless.

Remember their names.

[Lindsay Beyerstein @beyerstein]

JD Vance called a MAGA who stripped down to her bra and verbally abused poll workers a patriot. This is the kind of behavior he's encouraging.

[Jon Humbert @jonhumbert]

Horrid treatment. Shady tactics. Unsafe working conditions.

Elon Musk’s get-out-the-vote operation in action:

[John Scott-Railton @jsrailton]

WILD: actual photo of Musk-hired door knockers being driven around #Michigan.

This group of mostly-black workers were driven in the back of a truck with no seats.

They say they were flown in, given unrealistic goals, and threatened with their lodging being cut off & being forced to pay their own way home if they couldn't meet them.

Some didn't even know which candidate they were working for.

Article by @JakeLahut
https://t.co/yf04EBKcI3

[Dan Shafer @DanRShafer]

ah yes, October 2020. what a wonderful time that was.