Meaning Of The Word Fairness Doctrine

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Fairness Doctrine in American English
a rule (1949-87) of the Federal Communications Commission under which TV and radio stations must provide broadcast time for the airing of opposing views on controversial issues
noun: a policy mandated by the Federal Communications Commission, requiring radio and television stations to grant equal time to a political candidate, group, etc., to present an opposing viewpoint to one already aired

Fairness Doctrine in British English
noun: the requirement of the Federal Communications Commission that broadcast coverage of controversial subjects should be balanced

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