Gershom Gustav Schocken (1912-1990) was a prominent Israeli journalist, editor, and publisher who served as editor-in-chief and publisher of the influential newspaper Haaretz from 1939 until his death in 1990, shaping its reputation as a liberal, independent, and critical voice in Israeli media. Born in Bingen am Rhein, Germany, to the wealthy Jewish publisher Salman Schocken, he immigrated to British Mandate Palestine in 1933 amid rising antisemitism in Europe. He joined the family-owned Haaretz in 1934, initially as a correspondent, and quickly rose to lead the publication after his father's acquisition of the paper in 1935. Under his stewardship, Haaretz became known for its critical stance on government policies, advocacy for civil liberties, and coverage of Arab-Israeli relations, establishing it as a cornerstone of Israel's free press. Beyond journalism, Schocken was elected to the Knesset as a member of the Progressive Party from 1955 to 1959, where he focused on issues of press freedom and liberal reforms. He also worked as a banker, served in the British Army during World War II, contributed to literature as a poet, and maintained the family's publishing interests, including Schocken Books. His tenure at Haaretz was marked by both acclaim for journalistic integrity and controversies over editorial independence. Schocken passed away in 1990, leaving a legacy continued by his son, Amos Schocken, who succeeded him as publisher. His influence extended to fostering intellectual discourse in Israel, drawing on his European roots and commitment to democratic values.