* A desire to maintain editorial control. Tribune is known for its independent journalism, and staying independent allows it to continue to produce journalism that is not influenced by the interests of any one owner.
* Financial stability. Tribune is a large and profitable company, and staying independent gives it the ability to control its own finances. If Tribune were to sell to another company, it could lose its financial independence and be subject to the whims of its new owners.
* Employee morale. Tribune employees might be concerned about the impact that a sale could have on their working conditions and benefits. Staying independent gives Tribune employees the peace of mind of knowing that their company will not be sold to a new owner that could make changes they are not happy with.
* Community pride. Tribune is a local institution that is loved by many people in its community. Staying independent allows Tribune to continue to serve the community that has supported it for so many years.
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to sell is up to Tribune's board of directors. However, there are a number of strong reasons why Tribune might want to stay independent.
