Gone in 60 minutes
The article criticizes recent management decisions at CBS, specifically the firing of journalist Scott Pelley, as a sign of declining journalistic standards. It argues that the network's leadership is creating a dictatorial environment that threatens the integrity of programs like 60 Minutes.
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The consolidation of media ownership and its impact on editorial independence is a major concern for the future of investigative journalism.
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The author uses strong, emotive language ('dictatorships', 'cowardice', 'negligence') to critique corporate media management.
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