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Baton Rouge, La. — LSU Op-Ed Says Partisanship Erodes Media TrustAn LSU Reveille opinion column argues rising partisanship has weakened journalism's ability to inform the public.
Denver — Payton Explains Tweet Defending Bo Nix From CriticismSean Payton addressed a tweet defending rookie quarterback Bo Nix from what he called false social media criticism, per Mile High Report.
NYT Opinion Column Calls for End to Culture War FeudingA New York Times opinion column argues for closing the book on culture war feuding, even as concrete disputes keep moving through statehouses and courts.
One USA Today Opinion Column Compares Trump's Reaction to Nixon'sA USA Today opinion column argues Trump's response to criticism echoes Nixon's downfall, without citing new reporting.
Metal Insider Argues Music Journalism Needs More VoicesAn opinion column at Metal Insider contends expanding who writes about music matters more as outlets shrink, not fewer critics.
Glendale — Marvin Harrison Jr. Answers Critics Before 49ers GameArizona's Marvin Harrison Jr. responded to online criticism of his play ahead of the Cardinals' matchup with the 49ers, per Yahoo Sports.
Cape Town — News24 Opinion Says Democracy Needs Multilingual NewsA News24 opinion piece argues democratic participation depends on journalism available in every language citizens read.
Columbia Journalism Review Shares Hannah Natanson's Reporting AdviceColumbia Journalism Review published career guidance from reporter Hannah Natanson, aimed squarely at working journalists.
What Did Paul Finebaum Say to Defend Arch Manning?Paul Finebaum pushed back on criticism of Texas quarterback Arch Manning, according to a Saturday Down South report circulating this week.
1 Lawrence Columnist to Launch Book on Kansas JournalismThe Lawrence Times reports a Lawrence-based columnist is preparing a book on how Kansas journalism has shaped public discourse.
Hinojosa urges Democrats to drop culture wars for economyHinojosa told Democrats to prioritize economic messaging over culture-war fights ahead of November and the 2028 race, Politico reports.
Guardian Report Frames Europe's Air Conditioning Fight as Culture WarThe Guardian frames Europe's AC debate around two phrases: 'heat panic' from skeptics and 'sacrificed at the altar' from advocates.
Hampshire Chronicle: AI Reshapes Daily Life, Local News EnduresAI is changing daily routines fast, but the Hampshire Chronicle argues trusted local reporting still fills a gap machines cannot.
New York Times Publishes Douthat's 'The Exit Interview' ColumnThe New York Times ran a Ross Douthat opinion column titled 'The Exit Interview' in its Opinion section this week.
San Francisco — Chronicle Ties Book to Culture Wars' RiseA Chronicle piece links Isaac Butler's book to today's culture wars, echoed by fights over fur bans and air conditioning.
Poynter Opinion Piece Urges Data Center Firms To Fund Local NewsA Poynter opinion piece argues data center developers should help fund local journalists positioned to scrutinize their projects.
New York Times Opinion Piece Accuses Trump of Press Freedom ThreatsAn NYT opinion essay argues Trump is again attacking press freedom and disregarding the law, without citing one new event.
USA Today Column Argues ABC-Kimmel Clash Marks Press PushbackA USA Today opinion column contends ABC's handling of Jimmy Kimmel signals newsrooms are resisting political pressure from Trump.
Corgi CEO Defends Staff's Right to Free Expression OnlineThe insurance firm's chief executive backed employees' right to voice personal views after backlash over staff social media posts.
Dooley Calls Social Media Criticism of Bangladesh Team UnrealisticBangladesh national coach Thomas Dooley says online critics judge his team by standards that don't match the sport's reality.