Hearst’s Ousting of Esquire Mag Editor Baffles Insiders

Columbia Journalism Review: Outlets like the New York Times reported that David Granger is stepping down as editor of Esquire. He’s not. He was ousted against his wishes, and his top writers and editors don’t know why. Magazine shakeups are notoriously erratic and merciless, but this move has baffled many. Hearst Magazines chief David Carey has declined to explain his decision.