Sunday, April 18, 2004

U.S. Marines request donations to win the media war in Iraq!

It's kind of sad when the U.S. mainstream media coverage isn't enough -- or isn't fair enough -- such that the United States Marines has to raise money for an Iraqi television station to convey fair and balanced news of what's happening in Iraq:
US Marines seek to equip seven (7) television stations serving local communities within Al Anbar Province, Iraq. The Province includes the cities of Fallujah and Ramadi. These stations will offer information that is more accurate and balanced than existing alternatives. The goal is to improve understanding between Americans and Iraqis, build trust and reduce tensions.

Current TV news in Iraq often carries negative, highly-biased accounts of the U.S. presence. Unanswered, its effect is to stoke resentment and encourage conflict. The Marines seek to ensure the Iraqi people have access to better, more balanced information. By equipping local television stations and providing the ability to generate news and programming, the Marines will create a viable news alternative - one owned and operated by local Iraqi citizens. . . . READ MORE.

Where is CNN, ABC, NBC, Fox News?

(This is a Spirit of America campaign -- click here for other requests by the U.S. military involved in the rebuilding of Iraq and Afghanistan).

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