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This is an unofficial announcement of Commission action. Release of the full text of a Commission order constitutes official action. See MCI v. FCC. 515 F 2d 385 (D.C. Circ 1974).
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 29, 2000 |
NEWS MEDIA CONTACT: David Fiske (202) 418-0513 | |
STATEMENT OF FCC CHAIRMAN WILLIAM E. KENNARD
I am pleased that television networks and station groups have recently stepped up to the challenge of elevating coverage of the political campaigns.
I want to particularly commend CBS Television for committing to provide issue-oriented political coverage this election season. CBS will provide five minutes each night of voter information and candidate-centered discourse between October 2 and the November 7 elections as well as enhanced coverage of critical issues in this election. This commitment by CBS fuels the democratic process and is a good example of truly serving the public interest.
I also want to commend other broadcasters, such as Hearst-Argyle, Scripps Howard, and Capitol Broadcasting, as well as Bloomberg Television and Radio, who have committed to provide expanded voter information during this election season.
I hope that all television broadcasters will follow their lead.