"The one thing that is absolutely essential is that there shouldn't be any governmental control [of the media] directly or indirectly."

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The great tradition of America is one where people can worship the way they want to worship. And if they choose not to worship, they're just as patriotic as your neighbor. That is an essential part of why we are a great nation. If you're a Jew or a Christian or a Muslim, you're equally American.

— George W. Bush