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Eugene Robinson Resigns from Washington Post Following Bezos' Editorial Overhaul

The Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist cites Jeff Bezos' shift to 'personal liberties and free markets' as the reason for his departure after 45 years at the paper.

FILE - Eugene Robinson, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author, smiles while receiving the honorary Doctor of Humane Letters at the University of Michigan commencement at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, April 30, 2011. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
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Overview

  • Eugene Robinson announced his resignation from The Washington Post, becoming the third high-profile departure since Jeff Bezos' February editorial changes.
  • Bezos' overhaul of the opinion section focuses on 'personal liberties and free markets,' excluding opposing viewpoints, which has drawn internal and external criticism.
  • Robinson, who joined the paper in 1980, will continue his journalism career as a political analyst for NBC News and MSNBC.
  • The Washington Post faces ongoing financial struggles, including a $100 million loss in 2024, and declining staff morale due to Bezos' leadership decisions.
  • Concerns persist about the paper's editorial independence and Bezos' perceived alignment with Donald Trump, further complicating its public image.