March 10….pro-Government rallies are to be given the fullest coverage…if anti-Government demonstrations are shown, it is desired to stress either a very small number of “eccentrics” or shots of social misfits; i.e., with beards, tattoos, physical deformities, etc. Pro-Government supporters should be seen as clean cut with as many well-groomed subjects as possible….subjects should stress complete support for the President’s programs and especially support for American military units en route to combat…also interviews with photogenic family members of participating GIs stressing loyalty and affection…American flags are always a good prop in the background…

(from a site claiming to have access to in-house memos on television news presentations)

I expect people will take this the wrong way and if so, I'm sorry, but I have to say it - I'm glad I'm not American. At this time, certainly.

Probably our broadcasts are being censored too... but not as much, I'll bet you any money.

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