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Rick Sanchez: Fired and Threatened With Jail for Refusing to Spout Zelensky’s Talking Points

2025/3/17
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Rick Sanchez discusses his transition from CNN to RT, influenced by Larry King's advice, and the autonomy he enjoyed at the Russian-owned network.
  • Larry King encouraged Rick Sanchez to join RT, highlighting the freedom offered there.
  • Sanchez was fired by CNN before joining RT and had started a healthcare company.
  • RT allowed Sanchez to write and produce his entire show without interference.

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Rick Sanchez spent a lifetime in television before becoming one of the highest rated anchors at RT. Last summer, the Biden administration forced him out of his job and threatened him with jail for refusing to repeat Zelensky’s talking points. A case study on the death of free speech.

(00:00) Advice From Larry King

(04:27) The Neocon Chokehold on Corporate Media

(08:48) What Was It Like Working for a Russian-Owned Network During the War?

(13:51) Are We Seeing the Death of Free Speech in America?

(36:06) The Russian’s Perspective on the War

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