I believe we've only gotten stronger. The constant influx of insight and knowledge, specifically in the political department, has been incredible and invaluable.
I would gladly pay $12/year for this to remain.....indefinitely.
As someone who mainly pays attention to politics so I can enjoy watching partisans crying because stuff doesn't always work out the way they want it to at all times, I have to say a couple people do great jobs of making this site a treasure trove that I hope stays forever!