Sunday, September 15, 2024

Right of the Dial - The rise of Clear Channel and the fall of Commercial Radio by Alec Foege

If I remember correctly, at one time, six corporations controlled 1200 radio stations and 770,000 billboards. Monopolization has destroyed commercial radio in America. It's all about the money...
                            
                                                    
 

This much power should never be concentrated in the hands of so few. It is nearly impossible to get an unbiased view of politics. Several political commentators receive a salary of 30 to 40 million dollars a year. 

This book is a good read....
                                               

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