Nobel Laureate Krugman Departs the New York Times

Paul Krugman, Nobel laureate in economics, recently announced his departure from his 25-year position as an opinion writer at the New York Times. His departure stems from increasing editorial interference at the Times, ranging from minor edits to substantial rewrites, and restrictions on his topics. The Times also eliminated his blog and newsletter, limiting his reach and expression. Krugman felt the Times was becoming bland and losing its edge, leading him to seek greater freedom and independence by moving to Substack.