I also observe that, as much as we like to poke fun of the MSM here on FR, the FR model depends primarily upon the MSM’s articles to drive its discussion threads.
So really, the “Dinosaur Media DeathWatch™”is also the FR DeathWatch.
It’s all a commie plot.
I too have commented on how important the MSM are to us and for getting information "out there." I am sure few see nor want an end to the MSM -- instead we welcome the return of "the way is was."
I remember the days before TV. It was a time where every city had two or more newspapers representing views across the political spectrum.
I don’t think we will run out of news providers - there will be loads of articles available even if some MSM dinosaurs go under. The business model is changing a lot, but there will still be demand for a lot of news & info. Sure, the web pushes everything toward a ‘free’ model and the big issue for MSM dinosaurs is how to collect money for their output, especially with classified ad revenue plunging lower.
BUT, there are still untold billions of dollars flowing through the MSM and there will be many news sources for a long time to come. Shake-ups and consolidations will continue, but I’m not worried about running out of material for FR threads.