Don't forget the influence of the American Australian Association on the media here in Oz. Founded by Rupert Murdoch's dad Sir Keith in 1948, their website used to be more honestly state that their goal was to correct any negative or distorted impression of the US in the Australian media.

They are the American voice you'll inevitably hear whenever a caller on talkback radio is critical of the US, mysteriously able to jump the queue over any other caller. They are often the authors of the talking points you'll hear from the talking heads on the TV. They host events and functions, to which I'm sure our Sycophantic "journalists" are invited.

They are now very active in tertiary education, with with Sydney office based at the University of Sydney. I'm sure it is of no surprise to see that their fellowship are sponsored by such corporate peace loving corporations such as Northrop Grumman This activity appears to have quelled the dissent and criticism previously emanating from academics.

Maintaining a presence in each state, they're also active in protecting US business and brands from (un)fair criticism, often instructing local business associations and marketing groups how they will respond.

It's amazing how much information (in this case criticisms of the AAA) has vanished from the Google. You know the material is there, but try finding it !