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For one thing, he gets access to the superb (unrivaled?) dataviz team at the Times.

He can focus on doing research, not having to run a business.

Not necessary better quality post but better income; key for the blog survival.

He also gets access to their data sources

His posts feel like they have a bit of a cleaner voice; I'd guess they've been run past Times editors.

Much faster page loads. YMMV