That was fast

Rupert Murdoch's purchase of Dow Jones and the jewel in its crown, the Wall Street Journal, isn't even a week old. And yet, is it me, or is Rupert already bringing a little bit of tabloid magic to Liberty Street? There's a memo to Lindsay Lohan about her drinking in today's WSJ op-ed section. Money ...

Rupert Murdoch's purchase of Dow Jones and the jewel in its crown, the Wall Street Journal, isn't even a week old. And yet, is it me, or is Rupert already bringing a little bit of tabloid magic to Liberty Street? There's a memo to Lindsay Lohan about her drinking in today's WSJ op-ed section. Money quote:

Rupert Murdoch's purchase of Dow Jones and the jewel in its crown, the Wall Street Journal, isn't even a week old. And yet, is it me, or is Rupert already bringing a little bit of tabloid magic to Liberty Street? There's a memo to Lindsay Lohan about her drinking in today's WSJ op-ed section. Money quote:

Ms. Lohan needs to grow up, realize her talents and find ways to fill her time that aren't self-destructive. Coming to see herself as an adult, accepting responsibility, and developing pride in her skills are difficult but time-tested therapeutic techniques.

Be sure to check out the WSJ op-eds tomorrow for sage mothering advice for Britney and couples therapy for Brangelina.

Carolyn O'Hara is a senior editor at Foreign Policy.

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