What happened when the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) abolished the Fairness Doctrine in 1987?

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With the abolition of the Fairness Doctrine, conservative talk-radio hosts quickly outpaced liberals. This was largely due to the emergence of hosts such as Rush Limbaugh, who gained a large following by expressing conservative viewpoints and opinions. Liberal talk-radio hosts were slower to emerge, and were not as successful in the early days of talk radio.

What Happened When the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Abolished the Fairness