I was looking at the list of names and chose solely by names that fit current events. I wanted Journalism to finish last and Sovereignty to win. American Promise was another choice. (regrettably Journalism finished 2nd.)
Hopefully this is an sign of what is to come. May all countries be sovereign.
Bob Baffert is back as trainer after being busted for doping horses, which was interesting. Corruption is in all sports…
Lot of strict requirements for names of racing Thoroughbreds. They're traditionally named after their sire and dam; "Publisher" is by American Pharoah and his dam was Indian Pride by Proud Citizen.
The name may have been a tribute of some kind to a friend who was in the publishing business.
If you're interested: https://sports.betmgm.com/en/blog/rules-naming-racehorses/