First, I realize mine has recently begun to resemble something of a runner’s blog; but I hope analogies to the marathon that has become of my attempt to help shed light on the problems posed by modern corporate journalism business models are helpful.

In any case, occasionally, as I did today, I see an extremely determined (and skilled) unicyclist practicing out on my way to the trails; and even his example has reminded me of the precariousness of a state of affairs in which, rather than the government and corporate media sectors being configured in a counterbalanced relationship, the two effectively become one wheel, so to speak, on which an entire country is expected to balance.

And, while there is arguably a great deal to be said about unified action, all things considered, I do not believe a one-wheel design, to to speak, to be optimal as it is what is hidden by the merger involved – and what could be termed the loss of the traditional role of the journalism sector – that I feel continues to require consideration. (And I still believe there is room in the world for both the 1619 Project and the ideas of a girl from Plymouth.)

Even today.