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Melissa McCaffrey is a senior editor at The New York Times, where she has worked since 2006. She currently serves as deputy editor of the Opinion section, overseeing editorials and opinion journalism. McCaffrey previously held roles including deputy editor of the International desk and has been instrumental in shaping the Times' digital opinion coverage and editorial strategy.