The government also lifted martial law but retained rigid press censorship.
As Information Minister, he was in charge of press censorship.
But the "good guys," when it comes to battles over press censorship, don't always win.
His regime made liberal use of torture and strict press censorship.
A poll taken at around that time showed that most people favor some form of press censorship by the government.
They are often critical of the government, protesting any attempts at press censorship.
The Duke first attempted to enforce press censorship, but this was unsuccessful.
As a working newspaperman who taught part time, I oppose press censorship.
He also eased press censorship and allowed the first independent labour unions since the 1920s.
We should also welcome the fact that steps have been taken to end press censorship in the country.