LIBERAL MEDIA HERALD POTENTIAL HOUSEMAJORITY LEADER JOHN MURTHA BECAUSE HE FILLS THEIR CUT-AND-RUN PRESCRIPTION FOR IRAQ
Alexandria, VAFor the last year, the
liberal networks have given non-stop laudatory coverage to
Congressman John Murtha because of his outspoken opposition to the
Iraq war, as a Media Reality Check, released today by the
Media Research Center, documents. Now, as Murtha challenges
Congressman Steny Hoyer for the House Majority seat, it is clear he
is using the media-backing of the past year and current fawning
coverage to help him win the powerful House position.
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In reaction to the liberal medias bias that tips in favor to
Congressman John Murtha, Media Research Center President Brent
Bozell issued the following statement:
The liberal media have been pushing a defeatist agenda in the
Iraq war since almost the beginning and Congressman John Murtha is their
poster boy for retreat, withdrawal, surrender, as our new report
documents. Since Murtha called for withdrawal in November 2005, the
networks have given him countless opportunities to spread his views
witness Mondays fawning interview of Murtha by CBSs Katie Couric.
The networks favor Murtha and have given him extensive, drooling
coverage because his cut-and-run prescription for Iraq is what they
favor. If Murtha wins the House Majority Leader job on Thursday, he
should thank the liberal media for their ever-ardent support.
To read the Media Reality Check,
The
Making of the Majority Leader, 2006? and for more
information on liberal media bias, visit
www.MRC.org .
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