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De Volkskrant ("The People's Paper") is a major Dutch daily newspaper originally founded in 1919 as a Catholic trade paper, later evolving into a secular national daily. Headquartered in Amsterdam, it provides comprehensive coverage of politics, arts, culture, and international affairs. It is considered one of the Netherlands' newspapers of record alongside NRC and Trouw. Its editorial stance is generally described as progressive and left-leaning.
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What is de Volkskrant?
De Volkskrant is a major Dutch daily newspaper that provides comprehensive coverage of politics, arts, and culture. It has historically been recognized for its progressive editorial viewpoint.
When was de Volkskrant originally founded?
The newspaper was originally founded in 1919 as a Catholic trade union paper. Over the decades, it evolved into a secular, mainstream daily publication.
What format did de Volkskrant switch to recently?
In the 2010s, the newspaper made a major strategic shift to focus heavily on digital journalism and analysis. The print edition was redesigned into a more compact, magazine-like format called a tabloid.
Who publishes de Volkskrant?
The newspaper is published by DPG Media, a major Belgian-Dutch media conglomerate. DPG Media acquired the title when it took over the PCM Uitgevers group.
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