Jan Moir: Sussexes Trade Royal Soft Power for Hard Commerce on Australian Tour
Daily Mail columnist Jan Moir critiques Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent tour of Australia, arguing that their actions confirm the British Royal Family's worst fears. The article asserts that the couple is brazenly exchanging centuries-old royal soft power for personal commercial gain. Moir highlights their paid appearances, a new TV deal for Meghan, and a website monetizing Meghan's outfits as evidence of this shift. The columnist mocks Harry's claims about mental health struggles and bullying, describing their public engagements as a 'Victim Tour' where they complain to paying audiences. With their Netflix deal ended and goodwill depleted, the author suggests the Sussexes are forced to leverage the royal status they claim to despise to maintain relevance and income. The piece contrasts their lucrative activities with negative local media headlines, portraying the couple as out of touch and damaging the monarchy's reputation by lowering standards for personal profit.
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Jan Moir: Sussexes Trade Royal Soft Power for Hard Commerce on Australian Tour
Daily Mail columnist Jan Moir critiques Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent tour of Australia, arguing that their actions confirm the British Royal Family's worst fears. The article asserts that the couple is brazenly exchanging centuries-old royal soft power for personal commercial gain. Moir highlights their paid appearances, a new TV deal for Meghan, and a website monetizing Meghan's outfits as evidence of this shift. The columnist mocks Harry's claims about mental health struggles and bullying, describing their public engagements as a 'Victim Tour' where they complain to paying audiences. With their Netflix deal ended and goodwill depleted, the author suggests the Sussexes are forced to leverage the royal status they claim to despise to maintain relevance and income. The piece contrasts their lucrative activities with negative local media headlines, portraying the couple as out of touch and damaging the monarchy's reputation by lowering standards for personal profit.
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