Rep. Believes Democratic Media Reform May Prevent "Fascist" Takeover Of U.S.

By Nicole Belle — January 21, 2007

Rep. Hinchey: New bill would break up media monopolies and restore fairness doctrine

Warns media reform critical to prevent 'end of democratic republic'

Concerns about monopolies and fears of a possible "fascist" takeover of the US media have prompted a Democratic congressman to push to restore the Fairness Doctrine, RAW STORY has learned.

"If Rush shoots his mouth off, he must give equal access to our side," Hinchey said. "The American public will begin to get both sides or all sides of an issue. That is basic - fundamental to a democracy."

Taylor Marsh wants you to know that when it comes to the Fairness Doctrine, Alan Colmes is a punk, and I gotta say, I agree with her. Hey, Taylor, know who is a much bigger punk? David Limbaugh:

What do the paternalistic proponents of the regulations mean by the representation of "all sides?" Would the terrorist viewpoint deserve equal time? Don't laugh, many believe that one man's terrorist is another man's freedom fighter and liberals routinely sympathize with tyrannical dictators like Fidel Castro and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

I'm just sayin'...

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