Lewis's announcement was met with swift backlash, especially after revelations that the editorial board had drafted an endorsement for Kamala Harris, which was ultimately halted.
The decision to not endorse a candidate in the 2024 presidential election, allegedly influenced by Bezos, sparked significant resignations and subscription cancellations, undermining the Post's credibility.
Jeff Bezos's meddling in the editorial decision-making process was viewed by many as an erosion of journalistic integrity, prompting at least 200,000 cancellations in subscriptions.
The situation underscores how Bezos’s interest in maintaining business neutrality may conflict with the customary editorial independence expected from a prestigious publication like the Washington Post.
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