The Intercept Reporter Resignation

SOURCE www.mediaite.com
Reporter Ken Klippenstein quits The Intercept, citing mismanagement and dysfunction, and will be writing a newsletter for Substack from Wisconsin. Allegations include corporatization of the site, management dominating newsroom, and internal conflicts over editorial decisions.

Key Points

  • Ken Klippenstein criticizes The Intercept's management for prioritizing funders over journalism
  • Allegations of corporatization leading to imbalance in newsroom staffing
  • Internal conflicts over editorial decisions, including a heated episode regarding a story on Jeff Bezos

Pros

  • Shedding light on potential issues within The Intercept's management structure
  • Raising awareness about the challenges faced by journalists in maintaining journalistic integrity

Cons

  • Loss of talented reporter from The Intercept
  • Exposing internal conflicts publicly may damage the reputation of the news outlet