EU pours millions into groups seeking state control of press

The European Union is quietly pouring millions of pounds into initiatives and groups seeking state-backed regulation of the press, including key allies of the controversial Hacked Off campaign.

Angered by the British media’s coverage of Brussels, the European Commission says it wants to be a “moral compass” against press misconduct, seeking new national and Europe-wide regulatory powers over journalists.

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Oregonian: Who wants to kill the Independent Party?

OREGONLIVE.COM, 4/16/2011 by Jeff Mapes (Hat tip: D'Ann Matthews) - Oregon Capitol mystery: Who wants to kill the Independent Party? Representative Andy Olson (R-Dist. 15) vows to find out. Read More......