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An introductory subscription tells a publisher that an offer was accepted. Understanding the relationship requires following what happens when the offer becomes ordinary.
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A publisher can choose to support reporting that does not fund itself. The choice becomes more defensible when the amount, purpose and alternatives remain visible.
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