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Fox News’ legacy to the world

12 April 2008 in Media, Politics by Stilgherrian | 1 comment

Even though George W Bush’s presidency has more than 6 moths to run, Fox News has already started writing the hagiography. The Daily Show’s John Oliver has responded.

If the video doesn’t work for you, go directly to part 1 and part 2. Hat-tip to Peter Black.

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Tags: fox news, george w bush, john oliver, peter black, propaganda, the daily show

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Stilgherrian on 18 April 2008 at 2:51 pm

I’m surprised no-one commented on the typo in this post: “George W Bush’s presidency has more than 6 moths to run.” I wonder what species…?

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