this post was submitted on 02 Mar 2025
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Jeff Bezos has directed The Washington Post to only publish opinions supporting free market economics, prompting criticism that he is using his ownership to shield pro-capitalist ideology.

This shift comes after past editorial interference, including blocking an endorsement of Kamala Harris.

Critics argue Bezos’s claim that pro-market views are "underserved" is absurd, given their dominance in major newspapers.

The move highlights concerns over billionaire control of media and the suppression of alternative economic perspectives, particularly those advocating for greater government intervention and worker rights.

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[–] ThePowerOfGeek@lemmy.world 8 points 2 days ago (1 children)

I see his transformation into Doctor Evil (both physically and psychologically) is continuing unabated.

[–] pdxfed@lemmy.world 5 points 1 day ago

Amazon bought the rights to the Bond series last week.

The dude has a triple mansion private island called the "billionaire bunker". Is a media magnate, one of the richest, most powerful people in the world. Has insane, blackmailable data on almost any person's ourchase history. Sitting behind the president at inauguration. Brutal to his employees in their warehouses and elsewhere. You can't get any more bond villain than that!