What is slate?

Slate is an online magazine that covers current affairs, politics, and culture in the United States from a liberal perspective.

What is Slate Afrique?

In 2011, slate.fr started a separate site covering African news, Slate Afrique, with a Paris-based editorial staff. As of 2021, the magazine is both ad-supported and has a membership model with a metered paywall. It is known, and sometimes criticized, for having adopted contrarian views, giving rise to the term “Slate Pitches”.

Who is the founder of slate?

Slate is based in New York City, with an additional office in Washington, D.C. A French version (slate.fr) was launched in February 2009 by a group of four journalists, including Jean-Marie Colombani, Eric Leser, and economist Jacques Attali.

What is slate pitches known for?

It is known—and sometimes criticized—for adopting contrarian views, giving rise to the term “Slate Pitches”. It has a generally liberal editorial stance. It was created in 1996 by former New Republic editor Michael Kinsley, initially under the ownership of Microsoft as part of MSN.