Politico picks insider Jonathan Greenberger as new global editor in chief

Politico has appointed insider Jonathan Greenberger as its new editor in chief, effective May 1. He succeeds John Harris, who will become chairman.

Key takeaways

Quick scan — what you need to know:

• Politico has appointed insider Jonathan Greenberger as its new editor in chief, effective May 1.
• He succeeds John Harris, who will become chairman.
• Greenberger, previously an executive vice president, was recognized for his innovative ideas and ability to drive organizational change.
• Politico leads U.S.

Background

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• Politico has appointed insider Jonathan Greenberger as its new editor in chief, effective May 1.
• He succeeds John Harris, who will become chairman.
• Greenberger, previously an executive vice president, was recognized for his innovative ideas and ability to drive organizational change.

Why it matters

Why readers and decision-makers should care:

• He succeeds John Harris, who will become chairman.
• Greenberger, previously an executive vice president, was recognized for his innovative ideas and ability to drive organizational change.
• Politico leads U.S.