Ben Bradlee

1921 - 2014

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Biography

Ben Bradlee was an American newspaper editor best known for his role as the executive editor of The Washington Post from 1968 to 1991. He oversaw the publication of the Pentagon Papers and the Watergate scandal, which ultimately led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon. Bradlee's leadership and commitment to journalistic integrity have left a lasting impact on the field of journalism.