The chief editor of Scientific American, the oldest magazine in the US, has announced her resignation following controversial online comments targeting some supporters of Donald Trump as “fascists” and “bigoted.”
Laura Helmuth, who took on the role of editor in chief in 2020, shared her decision to step down after a fulfilling 4.5 years at Scientific American. She expressed her intention to reflect on future endeavors while enjoying some birdwatching.
Helmuth’s departure came after a series of strongly worded posts on election night, where she criticized Trump voters for their choices.
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In now-deleted posts on Bluesky, Helmuth voiced her disappointment with individuals celebrating early election results and expressed solidarity with those striving to combat racism and sexism.
Despite issuing an apology for her offensive remarks, Helmuth faced backlash from conservative circles online. Elon Musk accused her of politicizing a scientific institution.
A week later, Helmuth announced her resignation. The president of the magazine praised her leadership over four years that saw significant achievements in science communication and digital newsroom innovation.
2024-11-16 12:47:04
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