The FCC became a political tool, entrenching favored networks, punishing small ones, and censoring dissent. The agency propped up AT&T’s phone monopoly for many years, obstructed the rise of cable, and kept cell phones off the market for a decade.
With television going digital, federal regulators lose their classic rationale—the need to control limited spectrum. But don’t expect the feds to step away. What fails to serve consumers can still benefit politicians, regulators, and connected industry leaders.
Separation of Television and State
Oklahoma House Votes 83 to 13 to Restore Sovereignty Under the 10th Amendment Over All Powers Not Granted to the Federal Government
On Wednesday the Oklahoma House of Representatives became the first state legislative body this year to pass a resolution affirming its 'sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the Constitution of the United States.' This resolution, HJR1003, was passed by a very large margin, 83 to 13 on February 18. At least another 20 state legislatures are considering similar resolutions.
Economic Miracle
The idea that even the brightest person or group of bright people, much less the U.S. Congress, can wisely manage an economy has to be the height of arrogance and conceit. Why? It is impossible for anyone to possess the knowledge that would be necessary for such an undertaking.
Sunshine Review - Your source for government transparency
The mission of Sunshine Review is to create a place where regular people have the opportunity to breathe new life into the political system by demanding a transparent and honest government. Sunshine Review collects and shares information about government transparency, openness and accountability at the state and local level.
Why America's Culture Is Being Undermined
The transformation of America's culture has much to do with the strategy laid out by a communist theoretician named Antonio Gramsci. His plan for subverting the non-communist world is known by far too few. Yet, what he advocated is occurring.
Anti-gun Land Bill On The Move
House Vote Expected This Week
Lost in all the news of the massive bailout bill that just passed the Senate is another enormous bill, one that increases federal control of public and private land.
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