Rupert Murdoch gave up his Australian citizenship in order to buy television stations in the United States, which is symptomatic of the way Murdoch operates. Everything is for sale, including his birthright. The Mirror is not read by soccer hooligans. It's read by ordinary people of this country. That comment is simply patronizing. But to be criticized by the Moonies and Murdoch in one breath is really just a fine moment for me.
John PilgerTwo increasing themes which appear to dominate our listening, reading and watching lives are propaganda and 'national security', or manufactured war.
John PilgerThe censorship is such on television in the U.S. that films like mine don't stand a chance.
John PilgerThere is no war on terrorism; it is the great game speeded up. The difference is the rampant nature of the superpower, ensuring infinite dangers for us all.
John Pilger