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Panel Discussion: What Are The Limitations On Freedom Of The Press, Daniel Schorr, Jesse H. Chopper, Sanford H. Kadish
Panel Discussion: What Are The Limitations On Freedom Of The Press, Daniel Schorr, Jesse H. Chopper, Sanford H. Kadish
UC Law SF Communications and Entertainment Journal
Daniel Schorr, a journalist long respected for his perceptivity and integrity, was recently the center of controversy when he made possible the publication of government documents not intended for public release. He discusses the continuing controversy between the public's right to know and the sixth amendment guarantee of the right to a fair trial, concluding that the courts have not adequately protected first amendment freedoms. Jesse Choper, noted constitutional scholar and author responds, illustrating case law highly protective of the freedom of the press. The authors agree that in special situations the public's right to know outbalances the right to …
The Unfairness Doctrine - Balance And Response Over The Airwaves, Steven J. Simmons
The Unfairness Doctrine - Balance And Response Over The Airwaves, Steven J. Simmons
UC Law SF Communications and Entertainment Journal
The "fairness doctrine" requires broadcast licensees to devote a reasonable percentage of their programming to controversial issues of public importance, and to present contrasting viewpoints when such issues are aired. The author concentrates on the requirement to present contrasting viewpoints, discussing the case law and policy guidelines that have emerged and concluding that in its present form the doctrine operates unfairly to both viewers and broadcasters. He suggests specific proposals for improvement.
The Equal Opportunities And Fairness Doctrines In Broadcasting: Should They Be Retained, Roscoe L. Barrow
The Equal Opportunities And Fairness Doctrines In Broadcasting: Should They Be Retained, Roscoe L. Barrow
UC Law SF Communications and Entertainment Journal
The author recently testified in the current hearings conducted by the U.S. House Subcommittee on Communications in which repeal of the Equal Opportunities and Fairness Doctrines is being considered. In this article the author discusses the constitutional bases of these doctrines, the governmental action issue in the event of their repeal, and whether the Fairness Doctrine inhibits broadcast journalism. He suggests a differential equality of access solution to the present problem of application of the Equal Opportunities Doctrine and argues that the need of the people to know should continue to be a right through the Fairness Doctrine.