FCC plans delay vote on rules draw opposition
The AP reports Copps and Adelstein back current ownership limits, while Powell Abernathy and Martin push deregulation. Critics warn broader ownership risks uniform news and reduced local accountability, citing Clear Channel and a Minot ammonia incident as examples. Local lawmakers and residents urge delayed hearings to boost public input.
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