Coalescence

In politics, The Atlantic Monthly will be the organ of no party or clique, but will honestly endeavor to be the exponent of what its conductors believe to be the American idea. It will deal frankly with persons and with parties, endeavoring always to keep in view that moral element which transcends all persons and parties, and which alone makes the basis of a true and lasting prosperity. It will not rank itself with any sect of anties: but with that body of men which is in favor of Freedom, National Progress, and Honor, whether public or private.

The Atlantic has been my favorite publication for a few years now, where I’ve been following Megan McArdle and Andrew Sullivan, particularly.  If I could have made “How American Healthcare Killed My Father” required reading in America earlier this year, I would have.  If you haven’t read it, you still should.

Now, news comes from the NY Times that they’ve successfully navigated the transition from the declining print industry to the booming online industry, overcoming  the disruptive technology gap that few companies overcome.

Speaking of which, the NY Times itself has been dropped out of the S&P 500, replaced by Netflix. It’s yet to be seen whether they’ll make the transition themselves.

Ah, it’s good to live in disruptive times.