
Rupert: The last mogul: The kingmaker and his king
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Rupert Murdoch's Support for Gough Whitlam
This chapter discusses Rupert Murdoch's support for Gough Whitlam during his election bid. They mention how Rupert saw an opportunity and a national interest in backing the Labour party and being on the winning side. They organized several dinners and meetings between Gough and Rupert, which ultimately led to Rupert's papers endorsing Whitlam's program and making a financial commitment to his campaign.
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