Bloomberg poaching Gray Lady talent for ‘fast commentary’ project

Bloomberg View, the opinion-writing wing of Bloomberg News, is looking to hire about 30 reporters — and has poached a top Times’ DealBook editor — for a new “fast commentary” operation that will provide context for breaking news.Michael Bloomberg has used the editorial vehicle to push his political views and causes such as gun control. The former mayor reportedly explored buying the New York Times in the past, although he denies it. …read more

Source:: NRA-ILA