Crikey keeps chasing our leaders: what to do about Murdoch’s influence?

We're still chasing up answers from our leaders about what they'll do to curb Rupert Murdoch's influence. Here's what we got.

Amber Schultz

Jan 14, 2021

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After Crikey's special edition looking into the relationship between Murdoch media and US President Donald Trump, we put some questions to those who might be able to influence Murdoch’s reign. We didn't receive a lot in response.

So, we asked again.

Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese was asked whether it was time for the government to act, whether Labor would ban Rupert Murdoch from entering Australia, whether media organisations had become too powerful and should be broken up, and if outlets should be held responsible in their role of hosting misinformation.

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About the Author

Amber Schultz

Reporter @AmberMaySchultz

Amber previously worked for Nine News and The Age and created student comedy talk show The Struggle. She was a Young Walkley finalist, Jacoby-Walkley scholar, and won an Ossie Our Watch award. Amber holds a Masters in International Relations and Journalism and is fluent in Spanish.