What was the Fairness Doctrine?
A)The FCC policy that broadcasters must air all sides equally
B)The FCC policy that anyone should be able to hear radio broadcasts
C)The doctrine used to regulate broadcast rights close to state borders
D)The doctrine that prevented political broadcasts immediately before an election

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The Fairness Doctrine was the FCC requirement that all sides of an issue get equal airtime. This doctrine was particularly hated by the political right, and it was overturned during the Reagan administration.

What Was the Fairness Doctrine