The Law Of Political Broadcasting And Cablecasting

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The authors argue that TV regulation should be based on the same principles used for print media, for which control of editorial content lies in private hands rather than the government.

Considers H.R. 5389, H.R. 7122, H.R. 7985, and related bills, to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to extend and expand broadcasting equal time provisions. Focuses on consequences of FCC ruling in the Lar Daly Case.