Publication Date

1994

Journal

Hastings Communications and Entertainment Law Journal (Comm/Ent)

Abstract

The article critiques the Supreme Court's decision in *Turner Broadcasting* for failing to adequately address key First Amendment issues, particularly the distinction between commercial and noncommercial broadcasters. While the Court focused on historical context and government-media relationships, it overlooked the unique role of noncommercial broadcasters in serving public interests like education and culture. The authors argue for a more nuanced First Amendment approach that supports public interest media without infringing on free speech rights, urging courts to recognize the value of noncommercial broadcasting.

Volume

17

Issue

1

First Page

65

Last Page

96

Publisher

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

Disciplines

Communications Law | First Amendment | Law

Comments

Columbia Institute for Tele-Information Symposium: The 1992 Cable Act: Freedom of Expression Issues

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