Tony Doris, a veteran journalist at The Palm Beach Post, was dismissed for publishing a cartoon regarding the Gaza war deemed controversial and antisemitic by local Jewish groups. Doris argued the cartoon conveyed an antiwar message, criticizing Gannett's leadership for lacking courage to defend their editorial staff. His dismissal underscores the tension between journalistic freedom and public sensitivity, especially in politically charged environments like Palm Beach, where powerful interests may influence editorial standards.
Doris claimed the cartoon was antiwar, not antisemitic, stating that Gannett's senior editors fear standing up for their journalists amid controversies.
Gannett stated that the cartoon did not meet their standards, and it would not have been published had proper protocols been followed.
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