Changes

With the revocation of the Fairness Doctrine, [[radio]] and [[television]] stations were now permitted to air any opinion or interpretation of the news, no matter how "controversial," without regard to the giving of "equal time."

With the revocation of the Fairness Doctrine, [[radio]] and [[television]] stations were now permitted to air any opinion or interpretation of the news, no matter how "controversial," without regard to the giving of "equal time."

On [[August 1]], [[1988]], a new radio commentator named [[Rush Limbaugh]] began [[broadcast]]ing in national [[syndication]]. The [[alternative media]] was born.

On [[August 1]], [[1988]], a new radio commentator named [[Rush Limbaugh]] began [[broadcast]]ing in national [[syndication]].

== List of mainstream media organs ==

== List of mainstream media organs ==