Controversy over USA Today deleting Sen. John Kennedy's op-ed on transgender athletes
USA Today's parent company Gannett quietly deleted a published op-ed on transgender athletes from Sen. John Kennedy without notifying him, citing 'inflammatory' speech that didn't meet company standards. Kennedy accused Gannett of silencing him and manipulating his viewpoint.
Key Points
- Gannett-owned USA Today deleted Sen. John Kennedy's op-ed on transgender athletes without notifying him
- Kennedy accused USA Today of silencing him and manipulating his viewpoint
- The op-ed was removed due to 'inflammatory' speech that didn't meet company standards
Pros
- Important discussion on freedom of speech and editorial standards in media
- Sheds light on potential bias or censorship in news organizations
Cons
- Lack of transparency in removing content without informing the author
- Controversy surrounding the handling of differing viewpoints in media