Question

Select all that apply!

The Fairness Doctrine played a huge role in the corporate dynamics of media from the 1930s to the late 80s. Which of the following best describes the purpose for its creation?

The FCC created the doctrine to prevent NBC's monopoly of the broadcast industry and force the company to sell off part of its empire.

The FCC created the doctrine to make sure that broadcast networks met their obligation to the public by giving time to viewpoints other than their own and those they agreed with.

The FCC created the doctrine to keep broadcast media from being too one-sided and assure that all viewpoints received equal opportunity in the media.

The FCC created the doctrine to prevent personal attacks from making their way into the media.

The FCC created the doctrine when newspaper popularity reached an all-time high to assure that all points of view received equal coverage in the media.

Answer 1

The only ones that apply are:

The FCC created the doctrine to make sure that broadcast networks met their obligation to the public by giving time to viewpoints other than their own and those they agreed with.

The FCC created the doctrine to keep broadcast media from being too one-sided and assure that all viewpoints received equal opportunity in the media.

The Fairness Doctrine (1949–1987) is a policy developed by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) which required licensed radio and television broadcasters to cover controversial issues of interest to their communities, including by devoting equal airtime to opposing points of view.