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Rupert Murdoch Attacks Scientology Because It Once Courted His Son Lachlan

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If you wondered why Rupert Murdoch is attacking Scientology on Twitter, it could be because it once courted his son, writes Paul Froelich.

Paula Froelich

Published Jul. 2 2012 5:02PM EDT

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On Sunday Rupert Murdoch, arguably the most powerful man in media, stunned media watchers when he inserted himself into the Tom Cruise–Katie Holmes divorce fray by attacking Cruise’s beloved religion.

Tweeting first, “Scientology back in news.

Paula Froelich

Paula Froelich

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