Conflict at The New York Times over Harvard University article

SOURCE nypost.com
A New York Times reporter filed a human resources complaint alleging that his editor issued a 'death threat' during a heated dispute over a story about Harvard University's handling of alleged antisemitism. The editor later apologized.

Key Points

  • Reporter filed HR complaint against editor for alleged 'death threat'
  • Dispute arose over a critical article on Harvard University
  • Editor apologized for the statement

Pros

  • Reporter stood up against what he perceived as a threat
  • Issue was addressed by HR and an apology was issued

Cons

  • Tense situation in the workplace
  • Allegations of a 'death threat' were made