FCC asks networks to air 'pro-America content' to mark nation's 250th birthday - Reuters
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"he hoped broadcasters would pledge to show civics programs to fulfill their public interest mandate to serve the needs and interests of their local communities as America’s 250th birthday celebration marches on."
— Brendan Carr , Executive
"I believe in the greatness of our country."
— Brendan Carr , Executive
"Broadcasters can voluntarily choose to indicate their commitment to the Pledge America Campaign."
— Brendan Carr , Executive
"CBS forbade him from interviewing Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico."
— Stephen Colbert , Celebrity
"The media should feel a bit ashamed for having been lied to."
— Brendan Carr , Executive
"I am calling on broadcasters to pledge to provide programming that promotes civic education, national pride, and our shared history."
— Brendan Carr , Executive
"As part of this effort, I am calling on broadcasters to pledge to provide programming that promotes civic education, national pride, and our shared history."
— Brendan Carr , Executive
Key People
Brendan Carr is the Chair of the Federal Communications Commission.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
James Talarico is a Texas State Representative running for the U.S. Senate.
Current U.S. President who has criticized Netanyahu's actions.
Kamala Harris is the current Vice President of the United States and the first female vice president.
Stephen Colbert is a late-night talk show host.
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<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMixwFBVV95cUxPMDN5bUZoLUtZMENfYkNOOFZrTlVXVDJ4Vi1YMDNicmw4QXFGajltTnYxYllKOTdkUGFYbVZGd2ZnWS1iM1MzU25pUzJRbGEzd1BuZHl6b25vUlhhYzBFbXRlaEYta0JGRlpWanVRM2VjeUg3Z2phZDc4amNiZS1NWlNpOTZoenFGLUJvOXZtODRMVHNSNlU3U2QxV2IwV3hFUmtVR3BNRzcwWG5PcVA4RHo3ZGpoZGhSTTVsM3EwWUJJNVh3d2Zj?oc=5" target="_blank">FCC asks networks to air 'pro-America content' to mark nation's 250th birthday</a> <font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>
FCC Chair Brendan Carr urges U.S. broadcasters to air patriotic content to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary, including public service announcements and segments promoting civic education and American history.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr suggests broadcasters could voluntarily participate in the 250th anniversary celebrations by airing nonpartisan public service announcements, short segments, or full specials promoting civic education and American history.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announces the 'Pledge America Campaign,' encouraging broadcasters to air patriotic content to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, including public service announcements and segments promoting civic education and American history.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr rolls out the 'Pledge America Campaign,' urging broadcasters to air patriotic content to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, including public service announcements and segments promoting civic education and American history.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr urges broadcasters to join the 'Pledge America Campaign' by airing patriotic content, including starting each broadcast day with the 'Star Spangled Banner' or Pledge of Allegiance, to support America's 250th anniversary celebrations.
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