Following a trend among newspapers, some outlets are discontinuing presidential endorsements due to budget constraints and to avoid perceiving editorial bias, stirring controversy in some cases.
Media analyst Rick Edmonds notes that many newspapers have opted against endorsing presidential candidates, primarily citing tight budgets, staff shortages, and a desire to focus on local races.
The Washington Post's owner Jeff Bezos justified blocking the endorsement, claiming it creates a perception of bias, which led to outrage and allegations of compromised editorial independence.
The decision by The Washington Post and Los Angeles Times to abstain from endorsing candidates two weeks before the election ignited backlash, resulting in resignations and public dissent.
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