The Fairness Doctrine Required That

question 18

Multiple Choice

The Fairness Doctrine required that

• A) all network news reports be balanced and fair-minded or they would be labeled editorials.
• B) broadcasters who aired controversial issues provide time for opposing viewpoints.
• C) all regulated newspapers establish a section of the editorial page for letters from readers.
• D) all broadcasters provide candidates for the same political office with equal opportunities to communicate their messages to the public.

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Regulations established by the federal government to protect the rights of workers and outline the responsibilities of employers.

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