CBS News Declares 'Journalistic Standards' Over, Hires Bari Weiss
CBS News, in an unexpected turn, has appointed Bari Weiss as its new editor-in-chief, according to Al Jazeera. Weiss, known for her staunchly pro-Israel views and enthusiastic participation in the 'anti-woke' culture wars, now leads a major news division. This comes after years of mainstream media outlets — including CBS — consistently platforming figures who conflate criticism of the Israeli
government with antisemitism, effectively shutting down nuanced discourse on Palestine. Weiss's past public statements, which include dismissing Palestinian self-determination and amplifying narratives that serve Israeli government interests, fit perfectly into this established pattern of media gatekeeping. One might wonder if this appointment is less about journalistic objectivity and more about
ensuring a carefully curated narrative, especially on foreign policy. The timing certainly raises questions about CBS's commitment to presenting diverse perspectives, rather than doubling down on a viewpoint already overrepresented in American media. After all, why seek truth when you can simply enforce an acceptable opinion?