This Isn’t a Paywall. It’s a Front Door.
Everything on The Hairy Times is free to read. Always. But if you’ve ever finished an article and thought — “I have something to say about this” — that’s where membership comes in.
Reading an article is a beginning. What happens next — the pushback, the perspective you hadn’t considered, the comment from someone three states away who sees it completely differently — that’s where things actually get interesting.
The Hairy Times isn’t just a place to consume news and opinion. It’s a place to show up for it.
Left, right, center, somewhere-in-between-and-tired-of-all-of-it — this is the table. Pull up a chair.
Why Become a Member?
Here’s what changes when you join:
- Comment on Every Article — Your voice belongs in this conversation. Agree, push back, share your experience — members can weigh in on every story we publish.
- The Suggestion Box — This is YOUR site too. Tell us what topics to cover, what we’re getting wrong, what you want to see more of. Member suggestions shape what we do next.
- Be Part of Something Real — This isn’t social media. There’s no algorithm rewarding outrage. Just real people having honest conversations, guided by one simple rule.
- Support Independent Journalism — No corporate owners. No political backers. Just a guy from Colorado who believes America can do better — and the community proving him right.
One Community. One Rule.
We welcome every perspective — left, right, libertarian, fed-up independent, and everything in between. Debate is healthy. Disagreement is welcome. But there is one rule that makes all of it possible:
“Discuss the article. Not the person.”
Challenge the idea. Question the argument. Bring a perspective we haven’t considered. But the moment it becomes about the person, you’ve lost the thread — and your place in the conversation.
That’s the standard we hold ourselves to. And it’s the standard we ask of every member.
Choose Your Membership
Two simple options. Both give you full member access — comments, Suggestion Box, and a seat at the table.
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Membership | $10 / month | Perfect if you want to try it out. Cancel anytime, no questions asked. |
| Annual Membership | $60 / year | The best value — that’s just $5 a month. Less than a cup of coffee a week to help build something America could really use right now. |
What Members Are Part Of
When you become a member, you’re not just unlocking a feature. You’re adding your voice to a conversation that this country genuinely needs to be having right now.
Every article on The Hairy Times is an invitation. Our reporters don’t just cover a story and walk away — they ask questions at the end, because we want to hear from you. What do you think? What did we miss? What does this look like from where you’re standing?
Members also drive the content. What we cover next is directly influenced by what members actually ask for through the Suggestion Box. You don’t just read this site — you shape it. Every suggestion matters. Every member helps decide what comes next.
This is reader-supported journalism. And that means every member matters — not just financially, but to the culture of what we’re building here.
Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
Q: Can I still read articles without a membership?
Absolutely. Every article on The Hairy Times is free to read, always. Membership unlocks your ability to comment and submit suggestions — but the content is never gated.
Q: Can I cancel my membership?
Yes, anytime. Monthly members can cancel before their next billing cycle. Annual members can cancel to prevent renewal — please review our Terms of Service for our full refund policy.
Q: What is the Suggestion Box?
It’s exactly what it sounds like — a direct line from you to us. Tell us what topics you want covered, what you think we’re getting wrong, what you’d like to see improved. Members who submit suggestions are actively shaping the direction of The Hairy Times.
Q: Is my information secure?
Yes. We take your privacy seriously. Please see our Privacy Policy for full details on how we handle your data.
Q: I have a question that isn’t answered here.
Reach out to us through the Contact page. We read everything.
Ready to Be More Than a Reader?
America has more in common than the headlines let on. Most people, when you actually talk to them, want the same basic things — safety, fairness, a shot at something better. The problem is, we’ve stopped talking to each other and started talking at each other.
That’s what The Hairy Times is trying to fix. One conversation at a time. One member at a time. It only works if you’re in it. And we’d really like you to be.
“We started this because we believe in something. We keep going because of people like you.”
The door is open. The conversation is already happening. All that’s missing is you.