The Impact of Television Deregulation on Private and Public Interests.

Ferrall, Victor E., Jr.

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Publication Date: 1989

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The Impact of Television Deregulation on Private and Public Interests.

Ferrall, Victor E., Jr.

Journal of Communication, v39 n1 p8-38 Win 1989

Examines the impact of six years (1981-1987) of television deregulation by the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Contends that the FCC's rule deletions have altered economic relations among segments of the television industry and its users, and discusses effects on the future of "free" television. (MS)

Descriptors: Broadcast Industry, Broadcast Television, Cable Television, Commercial Television, Economic Change, Mass Media Effects, Programing (Broadcast), Public Television, Television Research, Television Viewing

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Language: English

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