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What caused broadcasters to refrain from airing controversial issues because they had to provide competing points of view when offering controversial programming?

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MsEleanor
FCC Fairness Doctrine--this doctrine created in 1949 required news programs present a balanced report on issues. 

This doctrine ensured that the news were presented fairly with both sides. This doctrine of reporting was in place until 1987 which then saw the birth of one-sided news broadcasting. 

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