The Law of Journalism and Mass Communication
Seventh Edition
Learning Objectives
9-1: Trace the history of broadcast regulation in the United States.
9-2: Define the Federal Communications Commission and its functions.
9-3: Explain the reasons for regulating broadcasting.
9-4: Discuss broadcast programming rules and the reasons behind them.
9-5: Describe how Multichannel Video Programming Distributors are regulated.
9-6: Summarize internet regulation and the reasons behind it.