Whether you call it a fee, a tax or a royalty, the American Music “Fairness” Act (AMFA) will hurt the very artists that it claims …
Singing the Same Old Song, Recording Industry Chooses a Stalemate
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A Year of Resilience
America’s radio and television broadcasters supported their communities with an indomitable spirit in 2021. They covered our nation’s ongoing challenges, from severe weather to the …
Fighting for Local Journalism
Today marks the one-year anniversary of the attack on the U.S. Capitol. Among the many lessons learned that day, the public was undoubtedly reminded of …
No More Subsidized Regulatory Fees for the Richest Companies in the World
In comments submitted to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), opinion pieces and recent tweets, Big Tech companies and the so-called “public interest” front groups they …
Broadcasters Defend the Free Press and American Democracy
It’s Free Speech Week! This annual, nonpartisan celebration recognizes the value of free speech and freedom of the press in preserving American democracy. Across the …
Americans Deeply Value the First Amendment and Freedom of the Press
Every year, the Freedom Forum, a nonpartisan nonprofit foundation supporting the First Amendment, conducts a survey gauging how Americans understand and value those freedoms. In …
Watch Now: We Are Broadcasters Highlights Trustworthy Local News
Local radio and TV stations are at the heart of our communities – from shining a light on corruption to preparing you for the big …
Investments in Local Journalism Pay Off in Our Communities
By Ann Marie Cumming, Senior Vice President, Communications Over the past year and a half, America’s local radio and television stations have provided vital, trustworthy …
Local Radio and Television Stations Invest in Providing Trusted Journalism
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans have looked to their local stations for breaking news updates and information they can trust to keep their families safe. …
The Local Radio Freedom Act Continues to Gain Momentum
A growing number of legislators are supporting a resolution opposing “any new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge” on local broadcast radio stations. The …