Do you think global warming is a myth, all poor people are lazy, and that loyally protecting your friends and fiercely attacking their enemies is a trademark of quality local journalism?
If so, you may want to polish the old resume. The Oklahoman is hiring a new publisher to oversee the paper's continued downward slide into the 21st century.
Via the Gatehouse Media "Help Wanted" section:
GateHouse Media is searching for a visionary leader to guide The Oklahoman, headquartered in Oklahoma City, into a new era. First published in 1889, The Oklahoman is the leading news organization in Oklahoma City and publishes high-quality, local content while offering innovative multimedia marketing solutions. The newspaper has a Sunday circulation of 103,000, and over half a million local adults consume The Oklahoman’s news and information through print, online, and mobile & tablet devices. The Oklahoman holds a unique position as the influential voice across the entire Oklahoma City region, as well as much of the state, and plays a critical role in the lives of its residents, readers and advertisers. The Oklahoman is annually recognized by the state press association for its news feature reporting.
First of all, isn't it weird to see such a high-profile job opening shared on the Internet? In the old days, they would have just picked a Chamber-approved white male at random from E.K. Gaylord's Rolodex and given him the job. Now they have to go through this bureaucratic process.