You did NOT piss me off, but I still disagree with you, I’m afraid. I’m a direct contradiction of your argument, though, so perhaps I’m just articulating my own experience as a “proof” of something it’s not. I’m also not writing to any particular audience other than those who enjoy what I write, so we may simply exist in different worlds within the galaxy of Medium.
I’ll stand by the fact that excellent writing garners readers, however. That seems true across the platform and I am not the only person writing that. I hope that doesn’t piss you off!
In all sincerity I wish you the best, Professor. Happy 2024.