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Why more money is actually good for politics – and why editorial writers oppose it
A Washington Post report on the “fury at Murdoch” reveals a difference between British and American politics that challenges conventional wisdom on the role of money in elections.
Posted in Politica, Rhetorica
Tagged Britain, Citizens United, media, Obama, Rupert Murdoch
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Is Schadenfreude healthy?
The announcement by News Corp. that it would be closing News of the World in response to allegations that the British tabloid engaged in phone hacking and possible criminal behavior will no doubt be received with joy by the countless … Continue reading
Posted in Rhetorica
Tagged News Corp., News of the World, Rupert Murdoch, Schadenfreude
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