The good news is that English language channel of Al Jazeera is finally broadcasting. The bad news is major American cable and satellite service providers in that wonderful country have refused to carry the feed.
Now, that must really drive home to the “Eyeraqees” how much Uncle Sam treasures the freedom and liberty Dubya & Gang have been trying to sow on their soil.
Say hello to Clifford Kincaid, editor for a conservative press watchdog group, Accuracy in Media: “If Congress can review a foreign-owned company taking over American ports, they ought to take a look at the operation of a foreign-government sponsored television channel.”
Al Jazeera English may or may not become a global force like BBC and CNN. But here’s a thought: why is it that mammoth India with all its money and freedom has failed to fill the void while tiny Qatar has?
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