Jeff Bezos, the owner of The Washington Post, has mandated that the publication's opinion section prioritize discussions on personal liberties and free markets, dismissing opposing views as unnecessary. He claims that readers can find those opposing perspectives elsewhere. This directive aligns with his previous description of a hands-off ownership style, leading to the resignation of opinion editor David Shipley, who had the option to support this new policy or step down. Bezos asserts his commitment to American values tied to economic freedom, reflecting his vested interests as a billionaire.
We are going to be writing every day in support and defense of two pillars: personal liberties and free markets. Viewpoints opposing those pillars will be left to be published by others.
I am of America and for America, claiming that a big part of America's success has been freedom in the economic realm.
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