In the aftermath of the horrific shooting in Tucson, Ariz., some government officials have called for a revival of the Fairness Doctrine—or something like it.
Ruled unconstitutional in 1987, the Federal Communications Commission stopped enforcing the Fairness Doctrine, which required broadcasters to give equal time to opposing views.
One of those calling for some sort of legislation restricting free speech is Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.), the third-ranking Democrat in the House and father of Mignon Clyburn, a member of the FCC.
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