Vice to lay off hundreds of staffers, stop publishing content on its website
I must admit, the news of Vice laying off hundreds of staffers and halting the publication of content on their website hits me hard. Vice used to be a beacon of raw, real, and edgy journalism that fearlessly delved into stories and locations that no one else dared to touch. I remember watching their documentaries on North Korea, the 2014 invasion of Ukraine, and the warlords of Liberia, and being astounded by the depth and boldness of their reporting. They brought stories to light that needed to be heard, shedding light on topics that were often swept under the rug.
The trajectory of Vice, from its early days of punk rock mentality and groundbreaking journalism to its current state of uncertainty and layoffs, is disheartening.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker