Erik Slavin
Editor-in-Chief of Stars and Stripes, an independent newspaper serving U.S. service members; experienced military reporter who has overseen investigative coverage of issues affecting troops and their families.
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Jan 28, 2026 • 19min
Stars and Stripes in Peril
Erik Slavin, Editor-in-Chief of Stars and Stripes and long-time military reporter, discusses the Pentagon’s push to reshape the paper. He describes why local, on-base reporting matters. He warns about blending PR with journalism and recalls investigations that forced policy changes. He explains how honest coverage can actually strengthen troop morale.
