The Washington Post has ended its relationship with opinion columnist

Karen Attiah following her social media activity. Attiah confirmed

her departure on Substack, while the newspaper described her posts

as “unacceptable” and said they raised concerns about professionalism.

Attiah’s posts on Bluesky drew immediate attention. One suggested

that public reactions to divisive figures often involve displays

of “performative care,” while another argued that declining to take part in such responses is not the same as hostility.

The Post considered the remarks serious enough to warrant termination.

In response, Attiah defended herself, calling the decision a

“hasty overreach” and a violation of journalistic fairness.

She said her posts were intended to highlight broader issues

such as political rhetoric, cultural double standards, and America’s

response to public events. She emphasized that her comments

were data-supported and not directed at individuals in a personal way.

Attiah maintained that her intention was to focus on the larger

discussion of political tension in the U.S. The decision by

The Washington Post has reignited debate over social media expression,

journalistic freedom, and consequences for voicing strong opinions.

Attiah framed her dismissal as part of a broader trend affecting

outspoken voices in media, government, and academia, drawing

attention to wider concerns about equity and accountability in public discourse.