I have to come to terms with the paternalism of American business. Companies are expected to take on so many social responsibilities which are the province of the state in Europe.

That's always been my test for what makes a story: is this something journalists would gossip with each other about?

While I love the medium, I've always been skeptical about the value of blogs as businesses.

I have to come to terms with the paternalism of American business. Companies are expected to take on so many social responsibilities which are the province of the state in Europe.

Superior writers, videographers and other content makers want to work with their own kind and for their own kind.

Henry Blodget does occasionally have a new idea. If you're making a point about aggregation or the emptiness of modern journalism, he's far from the best target. Try Huffpo - or Gawker writers whose souls have been corroded by irony.

Your writers write these pieces about meaningless startups, meaningless apps and meaningless companies.