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Dean Watch Day 3

Authored by Michael Pate on July 16th, 2003 at 11:06 AM

Reading over the Governor’s comments today left me wondering today.

People asked what can be done about media deregulation. I think we need to re-regulate the media that has clearly abused its authority by censoring information that should be made available to the American people.

What should the limit the on multiple ownership of radio and television stations be? Should they return to the 1996 rules or be made even stricter? How many media outlets (radio, television, and newspapers) should a single entity be able to own in a single market? How many nationwide? How will he deal with the San Diego Clear Channel workaround?

Just what news was censored? The only example he has given of censorship is the Dixie Chicks. When he says censorship, does he mean some sort of government action. If he means stories were suppressed by independent news outlets, does he wish to force them to report on stories. What are his views on the rights of the Free Press under the First Amendment?

Someone asked about the Patriot Act-we should repeal those parts that violate our constitution.

Which parts of the Patriot Act are unconstitutional? If they are unconstitutional, why haven’t the courts stepped in? Would he advocate the use of Executive Orders to supersede court decisions?

His answer

I have real problems authorizing the FBI to obtain library and bookstore and video store records simply by claiming the information is “sought for” an investigation against international terrorism. It’s also clearly unconstitutional to detain indivduals and deny them access to a lawyer.

In the second quarter, our campaign had over 73,000 donors. We have over 60,000 people on Meetup. Every one of them is making a difference. If everyone gets involved, we can change the political process in this country and prove there is a better way to change the country. That is what this campaign is about.

133,000 (assuming some individuals are not being counted twice) are evidence of a national movement? Why is this considered positive when the 140,000 people attending the Pepsi 400 are considered a disappointment?

Links in this entry:

Bush raises more than all 9 rivals
Clear-Cutting the Radio Forest
Conservative Backlash
Dems Pledge to Support Affirmative Action
Guide to FCC Rules on Media Ownership
I recognize that the blog entries have been quick
Media reports: FCC decision to have minimal local impact
Ratings for Pepsi 400 up 15 percent
Thanks for the many, many comments

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