1971 Transcripts Reveal Nixon and Kissinger's Offensive Remarks About India; Western Media's Limited Response Raises Concerns
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In 1971, Nixon and Kissinger privately used abusive language towards Indira Gandhi, calling her a "bitch" and Indians "bastards". This was revealed when transcripts were declassified in 2005.
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Major Western media outlets did not initially report on these offensive remarks when they were made public. They only reported on it after Kissinger issued a conditional apology in July 2005.
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Western media headlines focused on Kissinger's apology rather than the offensive language itself, seemingly excusing the inappropriate comments.
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Western outlets relied on an Indian TV channel's interview with Kissinger rather than having their own correspondents cover the story directly.
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The Western media's handling of this incident raises concerns about their attitude towards India and their journalistic ethics.