Washington Post reporter
Staff writer at the Washington Post, former Vanity Fair, WSJ. Author of War at The Wall Street Journal, about Murdoch’s purchase of the paper in 2007.
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Sarah Ellison
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Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Kimberly Guilfoyle, from liberal SF first lady to Trumper Former Fox News host Kimberly Guilfoyle was once married to San Francisco mayor Gavin Newsom, who made history with his liberal politics as he supported gay marriage, pushed the city to join the Kyoto protocol and to adopt universal health care and gun control. They divorced 12 years ago. Then Guilfoyle started dating Donald Trump, Jr.
Press Play with Madeleine Brand
What's Behind Yahoo's Downturn When Marissa Mayer took the helm of Yahoo four years ago, she vowed to reinvigorate the technology company as a major media brand. Her most visible strategy - big bets on big names, like hiring Katie Couric as Yahoo’s “Global Anchor.” And it seemed like the bet was paying off - Couric’s original interviews were viewed millions of times.
Which Way, L.A.?
Rupert Murdoch on the Witness Stand Rupert Murdoch and his son, James, answered questions from members of Parliament today for almost three hours. Rupert Murdoch apologized, denied previous knowledge and blamed subordinates for the cell phone-hacking and bribery scandal rocking Britain's political elite.
Which Way, L.A.?
Who Will Buy the Tribune Company? Yesterday was the deadline for bids for Tribune Publishing , owner of the Los Angeles Times . As recently as Tuesday, investment analysts were saying there might not be any bids at all. Yet, there were, from the Chandler family , the former owners; from Eli Broad and Ron Burkle, working together; and from a private equity firm interested…
Which Way, L.A.?
Local Billionaires Make a Bid for the LA Times Yesterday, LA Times Editor Dean Baquet was forced out by Tribune Publishing over the issue of cuts in the editorial staff. Today, the paper reports on its website that local billionaires Ron Burkle and Eli Broad have offered to buy it.
Which Way, L.A.?
Another Shoe Falls at the LA Times This afternoon, the Wall Street Journal Online reported that LA Times Editor Dean Baquet had been forced out of his job. Baquet confirmed it to the news room staff. Then publisher David Hiller made the official announcement, saying that Baquet will be replaced by Jim O'Shea, now editor of the Chicago Tribune . Tribune Publishing …
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Trump‘s Wall and the Politics of ‘Us Versus Them’ Politically, Trump’s great wall may not be worth the government shutdown. But it appeals to his base, including evangelical Christians. As the country’s white, protestant majority gives way to diversity, some fear that the essence of America is changing. Opposition to immigration in Western Europe is no coincidence.
Left, Right & Center
No end in sight More than 800,000 federal employees continue to go without pay in what could soon be the longest government shutdown yet.