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How the Fairness Doctrine Worked

Stuff You Should Know

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Broadcasting Rights and Civil Rights

This chapter explores a landmark case between the FCC and Lamar Broadcasting, where civil rights advocates challenged the station's discriminatory practices. It also discusses the evolution of the Fairness Doctrine and its impact on media accountability through various judicial decisions.

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