Obama's Silver Lining

For all the criticism of the early Administration, President Obama should be commended on one thing, his opposition to the reinstatement of the Fairness Doctrine. If only his own party would listen to him as Democratic leaders and figures have supported reinstatement of the FD. The list so far includes: Speaker Pelosi, Sen. Schumer, Sen. Stabenow, Sen. Harkin, and former President Clinton.

Obama Selects Genachowski to Lead F.C.C.

The New York Times reported yesterday that President-elect Barack Obama has selected Julius Genachowski to lead the Federal Communications Commission.

The FCC will play a key role in deciding and implementing upcoming freedom of speech issues, and it will be interesting to hear what Mr. Genachowski has to say on issues like the Fairness Doctrine.