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Margaret Sullivan is the fifth public editor appointed by The New York Times. The public editor works outside of the reporting and editing structure of the newspaper and receives and answers questions or comments from readers and the public, principally about news and other coverage in The Times. Her opinions and conclusions are her own. Read More >
Public Editors' Columns and Blog Posts
A Missing Spy and the Right to Know
Holding a story for six years goes against journalistic principle. But the equation changes when a man’s life is in the balance.
December 22, 2013, SundayThe Thorny Challenge of Covering China
It’s tough for the news media to compete in China when its government punishes critical reporting.
December 8, 2013, SundayAfter Changes, How Green Is The Times?
After the paper discontinued its Green blog earlier this year, environmental coverage in recent months has declined.
November 24, 2013, SundayLessons in a Surveillance Drama Redux
Questions about the press acquiescing to government officials continue to resonate with Times readers.
November 10, 2013, SundayAs Media Change, Fairness Stays Same
An investigative news article about New Jersey politics, written by a weekly columnist, sets off a debate about the impartiality of reporters.
October 27, 2013, SundayThe Disconnect on Anonymous Sources
What many reporters seem to see as a necessity is increasingly seen as a scourge by Times readers.
October 13, 2013, SundayPerilous Task of Innovation in a Digital Age
As The Times works on new ways to make money, it will have to watch out for ethical pitfalls.
September 29, 2013, SundayThe Delicate Handling of Images of War
Powerful photos, like a few related to the deadly crisis in Syria, require a balance between import and emotion.
September 15, 2013, SundayA Year in the Life of a Watchdog
It’s time to pause and take stock of the accomplishments and shortcomings from the first year on the job.
September 1, 2013, SundayCovering Clinton’s Candidacy in Waiting
The Times has assigned a reporter to cover the Clintons, particularly Hillary, full time. Do the readers benefit?
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