Bill Ackman's public challenges to journalism exemplify courage in confronting powerful media organizations, inspiring others to stand up for their beliefs despite potential backlash.

David's approach to media was aggressive; he believed in attacking competitors relentlessly, which turned against me after he took over as CEO.

Despite the risk of failure, Meg Whitman took on the challenging role of CEO at Hewlett-Packard right after her significant loss, demonstrating resilience and confidence in her abilities.

After the blackout, Ellen Pao resigned as CEO following community backlash, highlighting the challenges of leadership without the moral authority of a founder.

Warren made significant profits by following Benjamin Graham's advice to buy very cheap stocks, regardless of the company's quality, but he knew this strategy was self-limiting. Getting into great businesses that either have a great manager or can prosper even under poor management is crucial.

After her failure in the governor race, Meg Whitman found herself watching daytime TV until her husband encouraged her to take action, leading her to become the CEO of Hewlett-Packard shortly after.

The acquisition by Condé Nast in 2006 was a crucible moment for Reddit, providing liquidity but also revealing the differing priorities of team members after the acquisition.

The role of journalism is complicated by the need to balance objectivity with holding power accountable, which can create inherent conflicts within the industry.

Paul Graham's extensive body of essays continues to impact people's lives, demonstrating the value of thoughtful contributions to the internet.