The first time Washington Post staff photographer Marvin Joseph spoke in my class, all I remember thinking was that I wanted to be that cool someday. From that day on, I dreamed of joining the Post, telling stories and photographing people the same way he approached his work. On Wednesday morning, the Washington Post laid off the entire photo staff. Who will be there to ensure the Washington Post captures these moments? I mourn for the people laid off this week, but mostly, I mourn for the generation after me that will not view the Washington Post the way I did.

Source: Washington Post February 09, 2026 14:36 UTC