We continue with our exploration into the modern GOP. Before Fox News and Newsmax dominated conservative opinions, there was talk radio. It’s where people like Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, and Glen Beck got their start. Even Alex Jones started as a radio show.

In order for conservatives to achieve their desire to be able to spout off conservative talking points without being held to a standard of being challenged, they needed to change the rules. The “Fairness Doctrine” required anyone being attacked allowed equal time to defend themselves. Their man in power Ronald Reagan agreed with that position.

With all the actions Reagan took during his time in office, the removal of the “Fairness Doctrine” has impacts that we are still feeling today.

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