Senators must oppose media consolidation

[Commentary] Congress is considering a resolution expressing formal disapproval of the Federal Communications Commission's new media ownership rule. Rolling back the FCC's heavy-handed rule change is good for journalism, which is threatened by the moves of big-media companies to consolidate newsrooms. It's good for urban and rural communities, which are best covered and best served by diverse and competitive media. Most importantly, it's good for democracy, which thrives only when there is a vibrant debate fostered by newspapers, radio stations and television stations that are independent enough to consider events and issues from different perspectives. Sens Herb Kohl (D-WI) and Russ Feingold (D-WI) should cast enthusiastic votes in favor of this necessary move.
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