The Great Emboldening
Briefly

Jeff Bezos has made significant changes to The Washington Post, focusing its opinion section on personal liberties and free markets, causing controversy and resignations among editorial staff. This shift comes after previous interventions, including ending the presidential endorsement process, leading to accusations of bias and fears that Bezos is prioritizing his business interests over journalistic integrity. Critics, including former editor Marty Baron, suggest that these decisions are driven by fear of repercussions for his broader business endeavors. The changes have sparked public backlash and subscription cancellations.
Jeff Bezos has explicitly limited the ideology of The Washington Post’s opinion section, stating it will focus solely on personal liberties and free markets.
Following Bezos' controversial decisions regarding editorial processes, many expressed concern that he is compromising journalistic integrity for his business interests.
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