In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?
He was, without question, a legend of the medium. And while some might think there's nothing to learn from someone who made a living laughing on the air, they'd be wrong.
"You guys know this: no one takes on the politicians like me. Nobody advocates for better government like me. And most importantly, nobody fights for you like me. And that's what we're gonna do every weekday."
In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?