One more thought. I think the New York Magazines mission statement included in their branding attached with this piece is telling. Look at the choice of words. They don't report on news, culture, fashion food, and personalities that drive New York, the "define" it. Not showcase, not highlight, not even report....but define. That means they tell us what New York is...or what they want you to think it is. To claim they "Define" it seems pretty arrogant to me. I would think New York and New Yorkers define themselves, and don't need the help of some magazine. Just sayin'.