Washington Post won’t endorse candidate in 2024 presidential election after Bezos decision
The decision by The Washington Post to abstain from endorsing a candidate in the 2024 presidential election after Jeff Bezos stepped in has left me unsettled, not just as a reader but as a citizen concerned about the future of our democracy. The complexities of media ownership and the intertwining interests of billionaires make it increasingly difficult to discern the truth from the agenda. When the editorial board of a storied institution like The Washington Post cannot voice its opinion on a critical election, we’re witnessing a troubling shift that feels both personal and troubling in a broader sense.
It’s remarkable to think that just decades ago, The Washington Post was synonymous with journalistic integrity and courage, famously exposing the Watergate scandal.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker