Rupert Murdoch seems to be able to select the Australian prime minister; certainly, two former prime ministers whose parties dumped them between elections have

Rupert Murdoch seems to be able to select the Australian prime minister; certainly, two former prime ministers whose parties dumped them between elections have gone on the record saying they believe he has a significant amount of power. Consequently, since his company owns the governing Liberal party, it's no surprise that his interests magically become the interests of the government and through them the country. You are of course right. But there is very little media competition in Australia. In a best case scenario, the opposition wins the election expected later this year and drops this policy. But is that a likely scenario? I wouldn't bet a horse on it.