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Congrats to ALL OF US 💥

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Congratulations! Substack is a lovely platform.

I just wish those living in India could monetize with subscribers too. Stripe is the issue. Wish there was more than one way for subscribers to pay.

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Same for South Africa

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YES!

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Same from PERU🌿⚖️❤️😄👍

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Hey Vidya!!

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Kristina 💙

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great to see you here Vidya!!! Let's connect via direct message

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Yes I’d love that, Kristina!

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Same for Philippines!

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Wow! 5 million paid subscriptions? That's absolutely incredible! 🙌

Substack has just achieved a monumental milestone that speaks volumes about the power of independent voices and the strength of community. You guys are truly revolutionizing the way creators connect with their audiences, and let me tell you, this is just the beginning. Every single paid subscription is not just a transaction it’s a declaration of trust, a vote for true creative freedom, and a statement that people want something real, something authentic.

You’ve built something truly special here—something that allows individuals to support the content they believe in, the creators they love, and the culture they want to see thrive. And that’s not just impressive, it’s revolutionary. This isn’t about following trends; it’s about making a culture that matters.

So here’s to 5 million subscribers, to the creators pouring their hearts and minds into this platform, and to the readers who recognize the value of real, independent, unfiltered content. Keep pushing forward—this is only the beginning, and the best is yet to come. You’re not just building a platform; you’re building a movement.

Congratulations, Substack, you’re on fire! 🔥 Keep changing the game. #TheBestIsYetToCome

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An index of available topics would be useful! I don’t know of any.

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Being on Substack has totally revolutionized my work and offered a sustainable path forward. Thank you, Substack team!

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1,000 second and agree here

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We nudist-opera aficionados with stiletto fixations, thank you!!🫣🤣🤣🤣

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what's your favorite opera? The Naked of Penzance? The Intercourse of Figaro? LeBlome

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LOL.. I am not an opera fan but I have seen Phantom of the Opera and didn't like it.. very strange stuff.. but I get.. I also don't like horror genre.. :)

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And....thank YOU, Sophia, for leading the writers so brilliantly and with so much pizzzzzzazzzzzz!

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Once again I am asking that you make it easier for creators in the Global South to be renumerated for their contributions to this platform too.

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Nice! Let's get 10 millions paid subscriptions before the end of the year!

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This makes me happy. To know that I’m not alone with these feelings

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So beautifully said!!! I am so happy to be a part of this community. I was lost and felt total despair before I found this place. This beautiful space of like-minded people.

Congratulations and thank you to each one!

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I feel you Ami. Same here

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The writers I follow tell me every day that I’m not the only sane one in the current political climate. I do not watch popular TV news.

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I have a feeling you are a beautiful spirit? Am I right?

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Congratulations on the milestone! It’s inspiring to see a platform that empowers independent writers to thrive. As someone who runs a weekly China-focused newsletter, I’ve found the direct connection with engaged readers—and with other writers covering China—to be incredibly rewarding. It’s great to be part of an ecosystem that values depth over clickbait.

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Congratulations 🎈🌻

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This is very impressive, congratulations. The NY Times has 10.4M subscribers, WSJ has 4.3M, and Washington Post 2.5M (includes digital). As the saying goes “The trend is our friend”.

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Congrats Substack and fellow content creators! This platform is truly something revolutionary.

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Substack has become the leading and most trusted independant jounalism in the world. Congratulations! —Jim Gala The Gala Report: https://thegalareport.substack.com/

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Congratulations And Thank You I Love Substack 💯💯💯💯💯

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