In a scathing critique of CBS News, former "60 Minutes" chief Bill Owens has unleashed a blistering attack on the network's leadership, accusing them of being out of touch and uninterested in the work of its journalists. Owens, a veteran news executive with decades of experience, claims that the people running the network have a fundamental lack of understanding of what it takes to produce high-quality, in-depth reporting like that seen on "60 Minutes." His remarks come as a surprise to some, given his own history at the network, but they are likely to resonate with many who have long been critical of the corporate priorities that can sometimes take precedence over journalistic integrity. Meanwhile, Owens has also praised CBS News correspondent Scott Pelley for standing up to the network's leadership in a highly publicized meeting, a move that has been hailed by some as a rare example of journalistic courage in the face of adversity.
Former “60 Minutes” chief Bill Owens blasted CBS News, saying it's run by people who “don't even know what we do and don't actually care," and heaped praise on correspondent Scott Pelley for challenging his bosses in a headline-grabbing meeting.
