ABC’s ‘Historic’ Diversity Hire Out Of Top Spot Amid Rumors Her Incompetence Shocked Higher Ups
Media Industry,ABC News,Media Bias
ABC News President Kim Godwin stepped down Sunday night following an investigation into her management of her network.
The overseer of the network, Debra O’Connell, opened a corporate investigation into Godwin and other senior executives over the growing frustration among staffers, vacant top positions and the drop in ratings at its prominent program, “Good Morning America.” Several people alleged Godwin dedicated more time to her profile than creating success in the news division, and that her mismanagement “shocked” O’Connell, WSJ reported.
“I have decided to retire from broadcast journalism,” Godwin said in an email to staff Sunday night, according to WSJ. “Anyone who’s passionate about what we do knows there’s no other business like it, so this was not an easy or quick decision. But after considerable reflection, I’m certain it’s the right one for me as I look to the future and prioritize what’s most important for me and my family.”
Her note added ABC News continues to be “No. 1” and that she is le
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