Peter: Whatever the reason for your departure from the NYT, I hope that you will continue to write and publish your wonderful articles via Substack. At this critical moment in our history, we need authors of skill and perception to help us understand and respond to what is happening around us. I look forward to reading what I hope will be a long list of your future articles.
Now, more than ever, we need intelligent and thorough explanations for the economic changes we are about to see. From deportations and tariffs to inflation, chaos seems on the horizon. The NYT is shortsighted in letting you go. But I look forward to your continued work here. JW
Hi Peter, Hope you know how much I enjoyed working with you at The Times. You understand economics and policy and perhaps most important — people — and the effect those policies will have on different demographic groups. Your writing was always concise and clear and I looked forward to them every week. I would also pay to read you on Substack, as I do everyone else The Times decides to dispense with. Onward!
Loved your NYT column and will miss it. Hope to still receive pearls of wisdom. There are so many issues now as chaos descends on us. Keep up the good work.
As a NYT subscriber I’m so sorry to hear this. I will be watching closely to see if this loss of (yours and others) opinion columns represents a subtle shift by the NYT away from an open and honest representation of what I assume most readers want to hear. I ditched my subscription to WaPo and I can do the same with NYT.
Glad you’re here. Take a breath. Many wonderful writers have found a new opportunity on Substack. Best of luck.
More, from my favorite chatbot You.com(disclosure: I’m an investor):
The recent departures of prominent columnists like Paul Krugman, Charles Blow, Peter Coy, and others from The New York Times appear to be part of a broader restructuring effort within the newspaper's Opinion section.
Paul Krugman's Departure Paul Krugman, who had been with The New York Times for 25 years, retired from his position as an opinion writer in late 2024. However, his departure was not entirely amicable. Krugman revealed that the circumstances of his job changed significantly in 2024. Specifically, he mentioned that his newsletter was discontinued in September, which contributed to his decision to leave
. While the Times issued positive statements about his retirement, Krugman himself suggested that the situation was more complex and not entirely on good terms.
Charles Blow, Peter Coy, and Others Charles Blow, Peter Coy, and other contributors, including Pamela Paul and Op-Docs editor Christine Kecher, are also leaving their positions. This wave of departures seems to be part of a larger effort to "streamline" the Opinion section of the newspaper
. While specific details about their individual reasons for leaving have not been disclosed, the restructuring suggests a shift in the Times' editorial strategy.
Broader Context The changes in the Opinion section may reflect a leadership shake-up or a strategic pivot by the Times. Such moves are not uncommon in major media organizations as they adapt to changing readership demands, financial pressures, or internal editorial goals. However, the exact motivations behind these decisions remain somewhat unclear.
In summary, while Krugman's departure was influenced by changes to his role, the exits of Blow, Coy, and others appear to be tied to a broader restructuring of the Opinion section at The New York Times.
Mr. Coy, I have been a devoted fan of your NYT newsletter for years and was disappointed to find the last issue in my inbox today. I’m so glad you plan to write here. Your comments are invaluable to my understanding of our economic situation.
This means that two of my favorite writers on economics have ceased writing for the Times in the space of a few weeks. I hope that doesn’t indicate an editorial problem.
I am a DC native and despite leaving DC decades ago, I could never leave the Post behind. I tried year after year to embrace the NYT, but always retreated to my familiar home turf. The astonishing cowardice that William Lewis/Bezos have shown over the last several months finally gave me the determination to become a regular Times reader. Sadly for me, your Rothification column was my first Peter Coy read. I appreciated the way you presented the information, both from a no-nonsense focus and from a socially conscious focus. I had made a note to keep an eye out for your columns. Glad I found you here, and I will look at your final column to catch up on a few of your older NYT’s pieces. I’m new to Substack too, but every day it seems another one (or 2 or 3) of my favorite writers, thinkers or columnists pulls stakes from traditional media and heads for the Substack Hills. My best to you.
I was so sad to see your newsletter coming to an end! I've enjoyed it for many years and always looked forward to it. Glad to see you on Substack and having the opportunity to continue reading your work!
Your enewsletter via the NYT was one of few I read every single week! I’m in Australia, and your take on the week’s economic news was an anchor of level-headed info from me, in a sea of misinformation and chaos. I too would pay to subscribe if you end up with a paid platform here - quality reporting and journalism deserves compensation!
Welcome aboard! It’s been a treat to enjoy here many writers who have left other media; we get all of the expertise, clear and relevant thinking, challenges, and wisdom that we enjoyed before, but we also witness an enthusiastic and fun emergences of not seen (read) before joie de vivre!
There’s an eagerness here for knowledge, informed opinions and discourse; most commenters value the observers and writers who bring their experience and ideas here to help all of us keep reality straight. (ish) :-D
Peter: Whatever the reason for your departure from the NYT, I hope that you will continue to write and publish your wonderful articles via Substack. At this critical moment in our history, we need authors of skill and perception to help us understand and respond to what is happening around us. I look forward to reading what I hope will be a long list of your future articles.
Peter,
Now, more than ever, we need intelligent and thorough explanations for the economic changes we are about to see. From deportations and tariffs to inflation, chaos seems on the horizon. The NYT is shortsighted in letting you go. But I look forward to your continued work here. JW
Hi Peter, Hope you know how much I enjoyed working with you at The Times. You understand economics and policy and perhaps most important — people — and the effect those policies will have on different demographic groups. Your writing was always concise and clear and I looked forward to them every week. I would also pay to read you on Substack, as I do everyone else The Times decides to dispense with. Onward!
Loved your NYT column and will miss it. Hope to still receive pearls of wisdom. There are so many issues now as chaos descends on us. Keep up the good work.
Sorry to see you leave the New York Times, but given the changing media world, maybe this will be a better outlet long-term.
I’m curious what led you to leave… if you want to share. WIshing you well and glad to find you here!!
Not my choice. My newsletter was shut down. Let me know if you have any ideas of places to go next. Thanks for writing.
As a NYT subscriber I’m so sorry to hear this. I will be watching closely to see if this loss of (yours and others) opinion columns represents a subtle shift by the NYT away from an open and honest representation of what I assume most readers want to hear. I ditched my subscription to WaPo and I can do the same with NYT.
Glad you’re here. Take a breath. Many wonderful writers have found a new opportunity on Substack. Best of luck.
This is distressing. I hope Trump had nothing to do with it.
Why is the NYT shutting down its newsletters? 350,000 new digital subscribers, and the paper can’t host a few columnists?
And now, Jennifer Finney Boylan in WaPO, instead of the NYT;
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/02/05/cleavage-men-women-transgender-marriage-love/
Forced out, as was Blow and Krugman and that Minister from the south. 350,000 new digital subscribers, and the NYT can’t afford to pay its columnist?
Why is NYT getting rid of all its newsletters? Krugman; Coy; Blow; that Minister. Who’s next?
yes.. and so quietly. LOL
More, from my favorite chatbot You.com(disclosure: I’m an investor):
The recent departures of prominent columnists like Paul Krugman, Charles Blow, Peter Coy, and others from The New York Times appear to be part of a broader restructuring effort within the newspaper's Opinion section.
Paul Krugman's Departure Paul Krugman, who had been with The New York Times for 25 years, retired from his position as an opinion writer in late 2024. However, his departure was not entirely amicable. Krugman revealed that the circumstances of his job changed significantly in 2024. Specifically, he mentioned that his newsletter was discontinued in September, which contributed to his decision to leave
https://marginalrevolution.com/marginalrevolution/2025/01/why-did-paul-krugman-leave-the-new-york-times.html
. While the Times issued positive statements about his retirement, Krugman himself suggested that the situation was more complex and not entirely on good terms.
Charles Blow, Peter Coy, and Others Charles Blow, Peter Coy, and other contributors, including Pamela Paul and Op-Docs editor Christine Kecher, are also leaving their positions. This wave of departures seems to be part of a larger effort to "streamline" the Opinion section of the newspaper
https://deepnewz.com/culture/new-york-times-opinion-faces-leadership-shake-up-pamela-paul-charles-blow-peter-d2fb5985
. While specific details about their individual reasons for leaving have not been disclosed, the restructuring suggests a shift in the Times' editorial strategy.
Broader Context The changes in the Opinion section may reflect a leadership shake-up or a strategic pivot by the Times. Such moves are not uncommon in major media organizations as they adapt to changing readership demands, financial pressures, or internal editorial goals. However, the exact motivations behind these decisions remain somewhat unclear.
In summary, while Krugman's departure was influenced by changes to his role, the exits of Blow, Coy, and others appear to be tied to a broader restructuring of the Opinion section at The New York Times.
I just sent an email to Ed Shanahan, asking him if he has any clues. He knows everything.
Mr. Coy, I have been a devoted fan of your NYT newsletter for years and was disappointed to find the last issue in my inbox today. I’m so glad you plan to write here. Your comments are invaluable to my understanding of our economic situation.
This means that two of my favorite writers on economics have ceased writing for the Times in the space of a few weeks. I hope that doesn’t indicate an editorial problem.
Thanks for continuing your weekly emails here. I have really enjoyed them. Looking forward to seeing what’s next!
I am a DC native and despite leaving DC decades ago, I could never leave the Post behind. I tried year after year to embrace the NYT, but always retreated to my familiar home turf. The astonishing cowardice that William Lewis/Bezos have shown over the last several months finally gave me the determination to become a regular Times reader. Sadly for me, your Rothification column was my first Peter Coy read. I appreciated the way you presented the information, both from a no-nonsense focus and from a socially conscious focus. I had made a note to keep an eye out for your columns. Glad I found you here, and I will look at your final column to catch up on a few of your older NYT’s pieces. I’m new to Substack too, but every day it seems another one (or 2 or 3) of my favorite writers, thinkers or columnists pulls stakes from traditional media and heads for the Substack Hills. My best to you.
I think we may be the only people who really like Bidenomics. Or the only ones who will admit it.
I make it 3 at least. 🙂
I was so sad to see your newsletter coming to an end! I've enjoyed it for many years and always looked forward to it. Glad to see you on Substack and having the opportunity to continue reading your work!
You said goodbye. I came here to say hello and learn.
I'm glad I can still read your ideas and “explaining.” I first found your column at the Times and glad to find your writing here. Thanks.
Your enewsletter via the NYT was one of few I read every single week! I’m in Australia, and your take on the week’s economic news was an anchor of level-headed info from me, in a sea of misinformation and chaos. I too would pay to subscribe if you end up with a paid platform here - quality reporting and journalism deserves compensation!
Welcome aboard! It’s been a treat to enjoy here many writers who have left other media; we get all of the expertise, clear and relevant thinking, challenges, and wisdom that we enjoyed before, but we also witness an enthusiastic and fun emergences of not seen (read) before joie de vivre!
There’s an eagerness here for knowledge, informed opinions and discourse; most commenters value the observers and writers who bring their experience and ideas here to help all of us keep reality straight. (ish) :-D
Enjoy yourself!
So happy you will be on Substack, the NYT has lost a talented thinker & writer!