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Ex-WaPo Editor: Bezos Struck 'Quid-Pro-Quo' Deal With Trump

Ex-WaPo Editor: Bezos Struck 'Quid-Pro-Quo' Deal With Trump

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The Post's decision to refrain from endorsing a presidential candidate is a step toward true journalistic neutrality. It allows readers to form their own opinions without undue influence from the paper. The allegations of a quid pro quo are baseless and ignore the publisher's stated reasons for the decision.

The decision not to endorse a candidate is a cowardly move that undermines democracy. It's a clear example of corporate interests bowing to political pressure, potentially sacrificing journalistic integrity for financial gain. This sets a dangerous precedent for media self-censorship and could further erode press freedom.

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Metaculus Prediction

There's a 4% chance that Jeff Bezos will hold major political office in the US before February 2033, according to the Metaculus prediction community.



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