Ex-President says “No” to Fairness Doctrine
Former President Jimmy Carter probably shocked many on the left with his assessment of the Fairness Doctrine and its oft-discussed return. He opined on the Mac & Gaydos radio talk show today on KTAR.
Co-host Mac Watson asked Carter, “Do you think the Fairness Doctrine is something that should be brought back in the 21st century? This is something that came out in the ’30s — should there be a place for the Fairness Doctrine?”
Carter responded, “Well, I liked it when it first came out, because I was just a child listening to programs, and I liked to hear some limits on some of the programs. But no. As a matter of fact, when I was president is when we deregulated radio, television, all the communications and relationships, so I have not been in favor of perpetuating the Fairness Doctrine since I’ve been in politics.”
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