That is the libertarian view. But don't the FCC and state/local governments get some say in the matter?

That is the libertarian view. But don't the FCC and state/local governments get some say in the matter?
Re: Bad idea, or at least bad outcome. There is no place in a free market for such political influence. -- Russ Walden	Post Reply	Top of thread	Forum

Posted by: LateForLunch ^Ž

05/24/2023, 13:25:17

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Political discussions to the side (including libertarian concerns about whether government should get involved in such matters at all) maintaining the emergency broadcast network's existence is arguably a priority of overriding importance.

In a civil emergency, digital (web-based) broadcasting may not be available to all (most) effected in a disaster. So AM-band reception capability for the general public is a safety issue.

There's no denying it's possible Congress is doing the right thing (protecting conservative advantage in AM mass media) for the wrong reason (CYA) - which has happened before.

Modified by LateForLunch at Wed, May 24, 2023, 14:14:53

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As far as I'm concerned, "No!" --- Russ Walden ( 05/25/2023, 14:02:44 ) ( 232 bytes ) +1

I understand. My research says the network currently uses a chain of 80 AM stations, which have less problems staying on the air in widespread power-failures. --- LateForLunch ( 05/25/2023, 20:51:17 ) ( 220 bytes )