Tony Doris, a seasoned journalist at The Palm Beach Post, was fired after publishing a cartoon related to the Gaza conflict, which sparked backlash labeling it as antisemitic. Doris contended that his intention was to promote an antiwar message. He criticized Gannett, the parent company, for lacking courage and commitment to journalistic integrity, stating they are overly cautious in their editorial decisions. Gannett maintained that the cartoon did not adhere to their standards but did not elaborate on specific protocols. The incident raises significant questions about editorial freedom and responsibility in journalism.
Tony Doris, after being fired for publishing a controversial cartoon about Gaza, argued it was antiwar, not antisemitic, and criticized Gannett's lack of support for journalists.
Doris expressed that Gannett's senior editors are 'afraid of their shadow' and fail to engage with the editorial page's true mission.
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