Capehart Explains Departure from WaPo Due to Shift Toward Unquestioning Patriotism and Positive Reporting

Former Washington Post columnist Capehart discusses his departure from the publication, revealing that the editorial direction shifted under owner Jeff Bezos. The new focus emphasized unwavering patriotism and highlighting positive national stories, which clashed with his journalistic perspective. Capehart expressed frustration over the expectation to only promote optimistic narratives amidst a tumultuous national landscape, prompting his decision to seek a platform where his voice would be better represented.