Former Washington Post executive editor criticizes Jeff Bezos for changes to opinion page
Former Washington Post executive editor Marty Baron criticizes Jeff Bezos for changes to the opinion page, expressing shock and disappointment. Despite the changes, Baron praises the Post for holding Trump accountable and urges support for the staff. He also refutes claims of the press being irrelevant, pointing out the obsession of figures like Trump and Musk with traditional media.
Key Points
- Baron criticizes Bezos for changes to opinion page
- Baron urges support for Washington Post staff
- Baron refutes claims of the press being irrelevant
Pros
- Baron praises the Washington Post staff for their hard work and revelatory reporting on President Trump
- He urges support for the staff despite disagreements with Bezos' decisions
Cons
- Baron expresses shock and disappointment at Bezos' announcement regarding the opinion page