Love of the Land: Turmoil in The IBA, Israel Broadcasting Authority

Turmoil in The IBA, Israel Broadcasting Authority

Batya Medad
Shilo Musings
15 February '10

Ironically No real surprise that contrary to Prime Minister Binyamin's talk, pledges, promises that hasbara, information, public relations for the good name of the State of Israel is one of his great priorities, it's davka his government which is planning the end of the IBA, Israel Broadcasting Authority including Israel's very professional English-language news broadcasts.

Yesterday's IBA Television newscast began with a plea by veteran editor, journalist and broadcaster Steve Leibowitz asking viewers to protest the demise of the station. This isn't the first time that Israel's foolish, short-sighted politicians have tried to close down the English news. But this time, it's more than just that. The entire broadcasting authority, including the Kol Yisrael, Voice of Israel radio is in danger.

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Love of the Land: Turmoil in The IBA, Israel Broadcasting Authority