Media Market Shifts and the Rise of Talk Radio
What happened
An article published in foxnews.com traces the evolution of American media, noting that the rise of 24/7 news began with CNN in 1980. The piece also details how the market responded to these shifts, including the repeal of the Fairness Doctrine by the Federal Communications Commission in 1987. The article notes that hosts like Brian Kilmeade and Guy Benson are part of the ever-expanding news universe on the center-right.
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Why it matters
The discussion centers on how media market structure has been influenced by regulatory shifts and market response. The piece suggests that the market has embraced a successful business model within the center-right news sector.
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Who's involved
- Fox NewsAmerican cable television news channel discussed in the context of media market trends.
- Federal Communications CommissionIndependent U.S. government agency whose actions regarding broadcast standards are discussed.
- Guy BensonPolitical commentator noted as being part of the expanding center-right news universe.
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The entities involved
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Fox News
American cable television news channel
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Federal Communications Commission
independent U.S. government agency
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