The Charleston Mercury has raised its price again, the second time in two years. First, it was free. Then, 50 cents. Now, $1. Price increases could be an indication of revenue issues, like expenses exceeding income, among other issues. The Mercury is also smaller than it once was. It’s now five columns wide, not six.
If you don’t know what the Mercury is, I’m afraid I can’t be of much help. Frankly, I don’t get the Mercury or its editorial stance (that’s probably a good thing from its point of view). It seems to care a lot about downtown cocktail parties, horses, sailing, and life in small Eastern European countries. Maybe this will help, a snippet from its “About Us” page from its website, though I doubt it:
We say truth, honor and respect for the law never go out of style. Even if you pierce its nose, the concept of honor is that which binds those of many American backgrounds. We believe that actions have consequences in most American homes, and you know that. Does the mass media?
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