Fairness Doctrine

As a policy issued by the FCC, The Fairness Doctrine demanded equal time and attention for different points of view within communication programming in service of the public interest. The Fairness Doctrine developed after monopoly concerns within broadcast network television with particular viewpoints gaining major publicity.

For instance, if a Republican point of view was showcased on a program, the organization would be urged to find Democratic, Libertarian, and Independent perspectives on the issue as well.