The Fairness Doctrine required that
A) all network news reports be balanced and fair-minded or they would be labeled editorials.
B) broadcasters who aired controversial issues provide time for opposing viewpoints.
C) all regulated newspapers establish a section of the editorial page for letters from readers.
D) all radio stations present at least five minutes of news an hour.
E) all broadcasters provide candidates for the same political office with equal opportunities to communicate their messages to the public.

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The Fairness Doctrine required broadcasters who aired controversial issues to provide time for opposing viewpoints. It was in effect in the United States from 1949 to 1987. The goal was to ensure that broadcasters presented both sides of controversial issues, and that the public was presented with balanced information.

The Fairness Doctrine Required That