Liberal Publication Offers Counseling To Staff Over Trump Win, Blasted By Critics

The Guardian has sparked backlash after offering mental health support to staff struggling with President-elect Donald Trump’s victory. Editor Katharine Viner described the result as “very upsetting” in an email and outlined a range of services to help employees cope, including counseling and virtual wellbeing tools.

British staff received access to mental health resources and online doctors, while U.S. employees were offered Employee Assistance Programs. Australian staff were provided professional counseling. Critics have mocked the measures, calling them an overreaction to a democratic election. Viner’s statement that Trump’s win “could reverberate for a million years” has drawn particular ridicule.

Viner also encouraged international staff to check in on their American colleagues to provide emotional support. While the Guardian claims these measures are intended to help employees process the election, critics argue that offering formal counseling is excessive and undermines the credibility of the publication.

Adding to the controversy, the Guardian used Trump’s victory as a fundraising tool, urging readers to contribute to “independent journalism” to challenge his administration. This move has been criticized as exploiting political outrage for financial gain, reminiscent of the newspaper’s 2020 campaign supporting Kamala Harris.

The Guardian’s reaction has drawn attention to the increasing partisanship of some media outlets. Critics argue that offering emotional support for political outcomes suggests a lack of professionalism and resilience, damaging public trust in journalism.

As the Guardian attempts to position itself as a leader in “independent journalism,” its dramatic response to Trump’s win raises questions about its ability to cover political developments with balance. For many, the incident underscores the growing divide between media organizations and the audiences they claim to serve.

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