Fairness

I think that in theory the Fairness Doctrine is a good idea but I am not sure how well it would work if enforced in today’s society. Yes, it is important to hear both sides of an issue if you are completely unaware of a particular issue. However, with the environment that many modern people live in they already have their mind made up about a certain issue before it becomes a popular topic. This makes it almost pointless to discuss both sides of an issue. For example when it is election season most people know who they are going to vote for early on. I’m sure that almost everyone could make up their mind quickly if given the choice between Edwards and Clinton in a “mock” election. I think that the idea of the Fairness Doctrine is very democratic and gives everyone a voice, which is a positive thing. I don’t want to sound like a cynic but I don’t think the Fairness Doctrine has a place in today’s society which is a sad thing in my opinion.