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CBS Criticized by Former Anchor Katie Couric

Couric Calls Network Out of Touch After Norah O'Donnell's Departure

Longtime News Veteran Accuses CBS of Being Out of Sync with Viewers

In a scathing guest essay for The New York Times, former CBS Evening News anchor Katie Couric has criticized the network for its decision to replace Norah O'Donnell. Couric, who anchored the show from 2006 to 2011, expressed disappointment and frustration with CBS's move.

Couric stated that she was “more than a little disappointed” in CBS's decision, calling it a “staggering lack of judgment and understanding of what viewers want.” She argued that O'Donnell was a “talented and experienced journalist” who deserved to stay in the role longer.

Couric also criticized CBS for being “out of touch” with its audience, suggesting that the network had failed to keep up with changing viewer preferences. She pointed out that O'Donnell's departure comes at a time when trust in the media is declining and viewers are demanding more diverse representation on television.

Couric's comments have sparked a wave of discussion about the future of broadcast news and the challenges facing traditional media outlets. Her critique of CBS highlights the growing disconnect between networks and their audiences, and the need for news organizations to adapt to the evolving media landscape.