Also remember the journalists that need support the most are local papers and news stations. The big ones have plenty of donors, and while it’s worth the support, they are less likely to completely collapse than the news that is run in your city.

Go look for that independent source. They will report more news that actually affects you as well.

Oh absolutely. I’m a full time musician and the only way I’ve been able to do that is play 23 different instruments. Being good enough to play in a group is all you need- you get good really quick when money is on the line.