There's an important lesson in Rupert Murdoch's discussions to give up his stake in DirecTV: Control is more important than News Corp.'s strategy. In talks first revealed by CNBC reporter David Faber, John Malone's Liberty Media is discussing trading its stake in News Corp. for the company's interest in DirecTV. News Corp CEO Murdoch and Malone have long been partners and compadres.
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