Jeff Bezos Orders Washington Post Opinion Pages to Support 'Personal Liberties and Free Markets'; Top Editor Resigns

As the owner of The Washington Post, Jeff Bezos has announced a significant shift in the focus of the newspaper's opinion pages. In a statement on X, formerly Twitter, Bezos revealed that the opinion pages will now be dedicated to supporting two key pillars: personal liberties and free markets. This new direction comes as David Shipley, the editor of The Washington Post opinion pages, steps down after two years in the post. Will Lewis, publisher and CEO of The Washington Post, praised Shipley's service and wished him luck in his future endeavors. Lewis also expressed his support for Bezos' vision, stating that The Washington Post will be known for its belief in free markets and personal liberties. More details about Shipley's replacement will be announced in due course.