Paul Dacre gives speech on the Leveson Inquiry

The transcript discusses the concept of revenge within political classes and the current moral outrage directed at the British press for exposing greed and corruption. It highlights the irony of the political class, which previously indulged in the Murdoch press, now facing scrutiny.

What is the current moral outrage directed at the British press about?

• Their exposure of political greed and corruption

• Their alliance with the Murdoch press

• Their support for political classes

• Their lack of coverage on political issues

What is the main theme of the first section?

• The concept of revenge in political classes

• The influence of Murdoch press on politics

• The history of British press

• The role of media in shaping public opinion

What does the political class's previous behavior towards the Murdoch press indicate?

• A consistent stance against media influence

• A commitment to transparency and accountability

• A history of challenging media narratives

• A tendency to show excessive respect towards influential media

How did the political class react to the Murdoch press until a few weeks ago?

• They supported its competitors

• They indulged in excessive respect

• They criticized it openly

• They ignored it completely

What does the second section primarily focus on?

• The rise of new political ideologies

• The political class's past indulgence in media respect

• The evolution of media ethics

• The decline of the Murdoch press