Mass Layoffs at 'Huffington Post': Journalism at the Edge of a Precipice
Mass Layoffs at 'Huffington Post': Journalism at the Edge of a Precipice The only way the media industry can shield itself from the whims of sadistic media baron owners who care nothing for journalism is by looking beyond capitalist ownership. World13/Mar/2021 Given their appalling regularity these days, media layoffs have begun to take on the character of a grim ritual that follows a now all-too-familiar pattern. With great pomp, a big industry player, media baron, or venture capitalist will announce a bold new merger or acquisition, often promising to rescue or streamline a flailing venture...