Pledges
I think I need to say something about this. For several weeks I’ve been receiving regular emails notifying me of “pledges” to send me money if I enable payments. I’ve been shooting my mouth off, offering my views to one and all, for most of my life. Being offered money for behavior I seem unable to control is a new experience. I’m humbled by these expressions of appreciation, which I truly do value, even as I’m gratified to see readership continuing to grow. And yet I just don’t feel able to accept money, even though I’m sure Substack would prefer that I did. It’s a bit hard to explain why I shouldn’t do so. Perhaps I’m afraid of taking myself over seriously, or of subtly succumbing to greed. Whatever the reason, reading the informed commentary is reward enough. But thanks, all the same.
I wasn't going to say anything, but these pledges are increasing. Of course it's gratifying, but it just somehow makes me uneasy. I'm not doing this for money.
Yes, Meaning in History is a labor of love. I know first hand.
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