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Critics Say Victimhood And Narcissism Are Common Among Journalists

Updated: 9/13/2025

JournalismVictimhoodNarcissismMediaKaren Attiah

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A recent column by Washington Post journalist Karen Attiah has sparked discussion about the intersection of victimhood and self-absorption in contemporary journalism. Critics argue that such attitudes reflect a broader trend among some media figures who perceive themselves as victims despite their privileged positions.

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  • Critics argue that such attitudes reflect a broader trend among some media figures who perceive themselves as victims despite their privileged positions.

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