John Pilger’s journalistic legacy is deeply intertwined with the influences of his parents, Elsie and Claude Pilger.
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Elsie, a fervent advocate for social justice, blended English and Irish heritage, with ancestors who were Irish convicts in Australia.
A French teacher, she cultivated John’s love for language and critical thinking, shaping his focus on marginalized communities.
Claude, a working-class hero from the coalfields, instilled a robust work ethic and socialist ideals as a Communist Party member.

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