New Channel 13 News CEO Vows Uncomfortable Truths Over Viewer Preferences
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Itai Danczner, the new CEO of Channel 13 News, stated in his first letter to staff that the company will report what viewers need to know, not what they want to hear, even if the truth is uncomfortable. He acknowledged the company's recent struggles and praised employees for their continued good journalism. Danczner also pledged unwavering support for journalistic integrity and independence against external pressures. He will hold meetings with staff soon to plan the company's future direction.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- New Channel 13 CEO Itai Danczner pledged to report uncomfortable truths over viewer desires.
- Danczner vowed to uphold journalistic independence and ethics against all external pressures.
- He acknowledged the company's recent turbulent period and praised employee resilience.
- The CEO plans upcoming meetings to map out the company's future needs.
- He thanked outgoing CEO Tali Ben Ovadia for her leadership.
Itai Danczner, the newly appointed CEO of Channel 13 News Company, addressed employees in his first letter, acknowledging the challenges of his transition from a competitor and the company's recent turbulent period. He recognized the staff's dedication to producing quality journalism despite instability, stating, "The crises took a toll, and we will need to change that together. There is enough talent here to look any competitor in the eye."
Danczner outlined his journalistic vision for a divided Israeli society, where many choose news based on their political camp. He declared, "We do not intend to tell viewers what they want to hear, but what they need to know, even when the truth is uncomfortable." He emphasized a commitment to systemic independence and professional ethics, assuring employees of his full support when they perform their duties with integrity and courage, regardless of pressure from politicians, tycoons, or other entities.
He thanked the outgoing CEO, Tali Ben Ovadia, for her leadership during a difficult time, and also expressed gratitude to Idan Elrom and the board of directors for their trust. In the coming weeks, Danczner plans to meet with staff to identify the company's needs and chart its future course.
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