"The movement from newsroom to independent platforms isn't new. There were the blogging days of the early aughts, followed by the launch of Medium in 2012, which felt like a promising outlet for creative writers and journalists alike."
"Twenty years ago, when I was a blogger for The Washington Post, if I wanted to leave, I didn't really have that option. I could have gotten an investor so that I could launch another media company or I could have launched a nonprofit, but I would not have been able to launch a Substack."
"The allure of going independent is growing. And it's no wonder, as the ways to make a living outside a newsroom have expanded, and the attacks on the media are numerous and well-documented."
Many journalists are leaving traditional media outlets to start independent publications on platforms like Substack. This trend raises questions about the viability of independent journalism for those without large followings. The shift towards independent platforms is accelerating, driven by easier access and a growing number of journalists seeking alternatives to corporate media. Historical context shows that while independent journalism has existed for years, the current landscape offers more opportunities for early and mid-career reporters to build successful newsletters and generate income.
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