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Wall Street Journal Launches 'Free Expression' Newsletter in 2025

12/16/2025

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The Wall Street Journal Opinion team announced the launch of "Free Expression" on December 15, 2025, expanding the editorial page with a dedicated newsletter and new writers.
Initially free, it will transition to a paid product for subscribers.
Paul A. Gigot, Editorial Page Editor, emphasized diverse content.
Matthew Hennessey, Free Expression Editor, highlighted broader topics.
New columnists Matthew Continetti and Meghan Cox Gurdon will contribute to political discussions.

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Story summary

The Wall Street Journal Opinion team announced the launch of "Free Expression" on December 15, 2025, expanding the editorial page with a dedicated newsletter and new writers.
Initially free, it will transition to a paid product for subscribers.
Paul A. Gigot, Editorial Page Editor, emphasized diverse content.
Matthew Hennessey, Free Expression Editor, highlighted broader topics.
New columnists Matthew Continetti and Meghan Cox Gurdon will contribute to political discussions.