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I Helped Launch Salon.com 31 Years Ago. Now It’s Dead. It’s the End of an Era.

Digital journalism pioneer Salon.com has shut down after 31 years of publication. The online magazine, which served as an early staple of internet discourse, announced its closure with a goodbye message to readers. The shutdown marks the end of an era for the long-running digital publication, drawing varied public reactions including a sharp response from Meghan McCain, who offered the farewell 'Good riddance'.

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  • ✓ Salon.com has shut down after 31 years of publication.
  • ✓ The online magazine was an early staple of internet discourse and a pioneer of digital journalism.
  • ✓ Meghan McCain lashed out at the outlet as it closed, offering the remark 'Good riddance'.
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What changed

Salon.com officially ceased operations and published a final goodbye message to its readers.

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  1. Digital Journalism Pioneer Salon.com Shuts Down

    Digital journalism pioneer Salon.com has shut down after 31 years of publication. The online magazine, which served as an early staple of internet discourse, announced its closure with a goodbye message to readers. The shutdown marks the end of an era for the long-running digital publication, drawing varied public reactions including a sharp response from Meghan McCain, who offered the farewell 'Good riddance'.

    Why it matters

    Founded three decades ago, Salon established itself as an influential early voice in web-based media and online commentary. Its closure represents a significant milestone in the evolution of digital publishing, highlighting the ongoing fragility of early web-native outlets. The shutdown ends a lengthy tenure that shaped the internet discourse landscape.

    What is confirmed

    • Salon.com has shut down after 31 years of publication.
    • The online magazine was an early staple of internet discourse and a pioneer of digital journalism.
    • Meghan McCain lashed out at the outlet as it closed, offering the remark 'Good riddance'.

    What to watch next

    • Further statements from former staff members or management regarding the reasons behind the shutdown
    • Reactions from other digital media outlets and industry figures regarding Salon's legacy
    Sources used for this update (11)
    1. Slate Magazine — I Helped Launch Salon.com 31 Years Ago. Now It’s Dead. It’s the End of an Era.
    2. Salon.com — Goodbye from Salon
    3. Entertainment Weekly — Meghan McCain lashes out at Salon as outlet closes: ‘Good riddance’
    4. The New York Times — Salon, a Pioneer of Digital Journalism, Shuts Down
    5. SFGATE — Online magazine Salon, an early staple of internet discourse, announces it will shut down
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