Washington Post reporters who took buyouts were insulted to get a sales pitch to buy official company merchandise on their way out the door, according to a report. A source close to the paper said that the message was included in error and is no longer part of any Washington Post employee departure communication. Washington Post interim CEO Patty Stonesifer circulated a memo to staff on Tuesday indicating that the newspaper met its headcount reduction goal through voluntary buyouts, according to Axios. 3 Washington Post employees walked the picket line on Dec. 7. The Washington Post via Getty ImagesThe Washington Post was on track to lose $100 million by year’s end.

Source: Washington Post December 22, 2023 11:41 UTC