Journalists call for fair coverage of Iraq demonstrations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Journalists opposed to the occupation of Iraq today called on the British media to report fairly on demonstrations marking the 5th anniversary of the invasion.
The London demonstration on Saturday March 15 will surround Parliament to remind our political leaders that their continuing collaboration with George W. Bush and his illegal wars has not been forgotten.
There will be more than 300 demonstrations worldwide against the occupation of Iraq. These include a march in Basra. A full list can be found at www.worldagainstwar.org
David Crouch, chair of Media Workers Against the War, said:
“Every survey of public opinion has shown that the Stop the War Coalition has consistently represented majority opinion in this country on the vital issues of war and peace ever since the initial attack on Iraq.
“Despite politicians’ decision to ignore public opinion, including the extraordinary London demonstration of 1.5m people in February 2003, the Stop the War movement has continued to organise protests far bigger, more inclusive and representative than anything this country has ever seen.
“We therefore ask journalists in print, radio and TV that today’s demonstration be fully and fairly reported.
“If public opinion continues to be ignored the result will be measured in yet more death and destruction – and public cynicism about the media and politics.”
Press contact: 07801 789 297
Notes for editors:
Media Workers Against the War is a group of media professionals who campaign for fair reporting of the “war on terror”. More info: www.mwaw.net
For details of today’s (Saturday) London demonstration, go to www.stopwar.org.uk or call 07801 789 297
