I believe the Fairness Doctrine should be reinstated, in order for consumers to receive information of quality and honesty. For example, FOX "news" labels themselves as a "fair and balanced" news organization. However, they spend 24 hours a day, consistently lying to their viewers, and spreading false rumors about the President of the United States. Unfortunately, there are a small fraction of citizens in this country who believe the lies on this network. I believe some of what they have done on television requires jail time. They even do, at times, promote hatred and violence in the country. Posted by: RoyalNapoleon27 Report Post

The Fairness Doctrine should be reinstated in the United Sates, in order to promote better access to the public for controversial issues. When the Fairness Doctrine became law in 1949, its purpose was to ensure that broadcasters presented both sides of controversial issues. Interestingly, they were not required to provide equal time, but simply to provide balanced views on important issues and avoid one-sided reporting, especially since access to programs and airways was limited. Because of the proliferation of news channels, the law was eliminated in 1987. However, this did not lead to a better-informed public. Many people still do not have access to cable networks, and those that do get caught up in the tirades of specific individuals who present their points of view without the need to defend their views from counterattacks. Some version of the Fairness Doctrine should be reinstated. Posted by: ShiveringGerard Report Post

Ever since it has been lifted, disingenuous information and personal attacks have been the norm. Ever since it has been lifted, misinformation and personal attacks have been increasing, especially on right wing shows and radio. This has led to mass misinformation and even deaths of individuals for whom these hosts have constantly attacked and suggested action against. The right wing poison has been going on for far too long. Posted by: TickoNest Report Post

Yes, the U.S. should reintroduce the Fairness Doctrine, because it ensures balanced broadcasts. The Federal Communications Commission should reintroduce the Fairness Doctrine in America, because it ensured that the license holders broadcast both sides of controversial issues in a balanced manner. This ensures that viewers and listeners are not influenced by a biased representation of the argument. In order to decide, the public must be given both sides of an argument. Posted by: MannP4rk Report Post

Please figure it out before more people die. Need you ask????? Simply look at history. Including what is now history in Arizona. Our forefathers would be ashamed of what we have become and the civilized Countries of the world are shocked at our violent politics and lifestyle. Vitriolic retoric has consumed the airwaves. And all for money. Rush is one of the wealtheist people in this country. There is really something wrong with that picture.



Expect violence when people with influence use terms like reload, target, etc... Was the President in Sara P-Aliens crosshairs to? "The use of rhetoric designed to provoke violently emotional reactions, hatred and political division, is a gross disservice to our nation." What is wrong with civility and fairness??? Fairness does not violate the intent of the first amendment... rhetoric that incites violence violates my First Amendment rights and the rights of my children. Shouldn't even be a question about it??? Amazing. Report Post

Yes, because the PUBLIC owns the airwaves. The Fairness Doctrine was based on the concept of “spectrum scarcity”. This refers to the physical limitation of airwaves, which creates a restriction on the number of stations available for use. Limited airwaves are maintained to guarantee the public’s interest.

The Fairness Doctrines underscores an important fact, the airwaves are a public resource, not private property.

The doctrine reaffirmed the congressional mandate that radio and television be maintained as a medium of free speech for the general public rather than as an outlet for the personal or private interests of the licensee. It read,” A broadcast licensee shall afford reasonable opportunity for discussion of conflicting views on matters of public importance.” IT ACTUALLY ENFORCES 1st amendment rights. As trustees of a scarce public resource, licensees accept certain public interest obligations in exchange for the exclusive use of limited public airwaves. Report Post

Yes, because the media can be so polarizing. I think they should be required to present both sides of an issue. Radio stations like FOX are polarizing. They make unsubstantiated claims based on emotions rather than facts. And people listen. I think, in the interest of giving people all the FACTS, they should present both sides of the issues in a way that is fair. It would cut down on racism and anger, and our country needs that. Posted by: JayceC Report Post

The Fairness Doctrine should be reinstated because it is, by definition, about fairness. The Fairness Doctrine should be reinstated because it is, by definition, about fairness. Although we now have many more news outlets available to us than at any other time, information is tailored to specific audiences and one can't tell if one is being told unbiased information or being pandered to. Posted by: H0bi3Invader Report Post

Do away with "Fake News". Politicians continually shout "fake news" when a subject they dislike comes to light in the news. Oversite on all news organizations would put a stop to this practice once and for all. No more misleading comments or false reports. Right wing and left wing tv, Radio, Internet, Newspapers, And magazines etc. . . No longer would be able to just voice their bias side of the story. They would honestly have to present both sides and let the public decide without adding their two cents worth. No more games from the White House, Senate, House, Fox News, And Raw Story. If sites would not comply, A hefty fine or halt to show productions could be implemented temporarily or permanently. Report Post