Brookings Foreign Policy
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197,833
Followers
1,025
Following
65,317
Tweets
13.9
Avg Engagement
3,873
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @BrookingsFP's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2009-07-06
- Verification:No
- Location:Washington, D.C.
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,247
- Avg Likes per Tweet:3.4
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:10.5
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,247 tweetsThe account maintains a moderate level of engagement with an average of 218 likes and 82 retweets per tweet. The engagement is likely driven by its focus on current events and expert commentary.
3.4
Avg Likes/Tweet
10.5
Avg Retweets/Tweet
11,069
Total Likes
33,955
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
1
Median Likes
3
Median Retweets
11
75th Percentile
3,958
Top Tweet
0.07
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Curator
Amplifies others content frequently
53.3%
Original
1.6%
Replies
43.7%
Retweets
1.4%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.1%
With Media
95.4%
With Links
21.0%
With #Tags
90.4%
With @Mentions
9.7%
With Emojis
231
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.03
Reply/Original Ratio
0.03
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
83.4%
Weekday Posts
16.6%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,247 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 1,419 retweets (44% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,247 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 50,000 followersThe primary audience includes policymakers, academics, and the general public interested in global affairs. The content is tailored to inform and engage those involved in or affected by international policy.
Average
Audience Quality
28.8%
Suspicion Index
28.8%
Low-Quality %
48
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
37.2%
Empty Bio
27.9%
<10 Tweets
22.8%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
61.1%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
85.0%
No URL
20.4%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
97,874,048
Total Potential Reach
48
Median Follower Reach
222
75th Percentile Reach
8.5%
>1K followers
1.4%
>10K followers
0.4%
>50K followers
0.2%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
53.1%
Creators
26,540 accounts
19.1%
Consumers
9,535 accounts
27.9%
Dormant
13,925 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
1,564
Verified Followers
1.56% of total
16,541
Protected Accounts
16.54% of total
7 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,106,678 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @candundaradasi | 5,573,741 | Journalist | Journalism, Activism, Turkey |
| @verified | 4,201,366 | - | - |
| @OmarAbdullah | 3,225,640 | Politician | Politics, Jammu and Kashmir, Leadership |
| @bukolasaraki | 3,075,482 | Politician | Politics, Leadership, Governance |
| @cmrondon | 2,917,297 | Journalist | journalism, radio, television |
| @benlandis | 2,854,529 | - | - |
| @ETemelkuran | 2,710,985 | Author | Politics, Literature, Activism |
| @betterpakistan | 2,707,112 | Politician | Politics, Development, SDGs |
| @hinaparvezbutt | 2,475,423 | Politician | Politics, Leadership, Writing |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
64,252
Followers With Bio
35,748
Followers Without Bio
64.25%
% With Bio
35.75%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,247 analyzed10,498
Combined Engagement
1,182
Total Likes
9,316
Total Retweets
2,100
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
40%
With Hashtags
100%
With @Mentions
80%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @steven_pifer: OTD in 1996, last shipments of nuclear warheads from #Ukraine arrived in #Russia. Kyiv agreed to give up nuclear arms, in large part due to Russian commitment to respect Ukraine's sovereignty and not use force against it -- a commitment Putin betrayed. https://t
RT @JohnJHarwood: as a top WH nat-sec aide, Fiona Hill watched President Trump weaken NATO, squeeze Ukraine, cozy up to Putin from outside govt, she has advised President Biden as he leads NATO to defend Ukraine from Russian aggression "couldn't get a sharper contrast" https:/
RT @ProfTalmadge: Haven’t tweet much on Ukraine crisis for multiple reasons. But developments in the last 24 hours are heartbreaking and a preview of great brutality I fear is coming. A few observations here on the nuclear & conventional dimensions. 1/
.@NicolaSturgeon: Having led world into Industrial Age, we have obligation to play part helping world move into Net Zero Age. Partly due to our geography we're well-placed to do so, significant reserves of wind, wave, hydro, & tidal power. https://t.co/Dzdpbf2Mqm #EnergySecur
Fiona Hill sat down with @politico's @MauraReynolds to discuss Vladimir Putin, what it would take to end the war in Ukraine & Elon Musk. https://t.co/7CARhqZxxq
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account frequently shares content from notable figures and experts, enhancing its credibility and reach. It highlights major global issues such as climate change and international conflicts, aligning with current events. The use of verified accounts and event promotions suggests a strategic approach to audience engagement and information dissemination.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 197,833
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @BrookingsFP reveals an growing Twitter presence with 197,833 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 13.9 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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