"When Williams left the ideals of Murrow behind for the big money and politics of FOX News he abandoned the ethics of an objective press that is still represented in places like National Public Radio, whatever their faults might be.
The Right is now howling for an end of public financing of NPR, as Politico reports:
“I think it’s reasonable to ask why Congress is spending taxpayers’ money to support a left-wing radio network – and in the wake of Juan Williams’ firing, it’s clearer than ever that’s what NPR is,” said House Republican leader John Boehner (R-Ohio.)What the GOP fears most is an independent and free press that can't be bought. They don't care about freedom of the press or journalistic ethics. The want a corporation, like FOX News, that promotes their agenda and even contributes financially to their campaign coffers.
Juan Williams is right where he belongs now. Now he is free to say whatever he wants. Just don't call what he does journalism."
NPR Had Cause To Fire Him
Very well said. Juan Williams should have QUIT. He wasn't doing the job, and creative quitting is fun. A big missed opportunity, there! Let Juan Williams serve as a warning.
One way or the other. LOL
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