WaPo Ombudsman Addresses Concerns About The Paper's Quality Amidst Recent Changes

In Sunday’s paper, WaPo ombudsman Andrew Alexander addressed readers’ concerns of compromised quality, less watchdog reporting and less depth, amidst announcements of recent changes. He assures readers that while staff morale may seem low, that commitment remains high. “There’s anxiety, but immense pride. Most view the changes as painful but necessary. Some say they’re overdue. I agree,” Alexander writes.

In the piece, WaPo executive editor Marcus Brauchli said he expects “some diminution of quality.” “This is a year of exceptional changes,” he said.

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