Dem Senator Wants to End Free Speech on the Radio

Politico has the transcript of a conversation between liberal talk show host Bill Press and Michigan Dem Senator Debbie Stabenow (pictured in a moment of self reflection below):

BILL PRESS: Yeah, I mean look: They have a right to say that. They’ve got a right to express that. But, they should not be the only voices heard. So, is it time to bring back the Fairness Doctrine?

SENATOR DEBBIE STABENOW (D-MI): I think it’s absolutely time to pass a standard. Now, whether it’s called the Fairness Standard, whether it’s called something else – I absolutely think it’s time to be bringing accountability to the airwaves. I mean, our new president has talked rightly about accountability and transparency. You know, that we all have to step up and be responsible. And, I think in this case, there needs to be some accountability and standards put in place.
BILL PRESS: Can we count on you to push for some hearings in the United States Senate this year, to bring these owners in and hold them accountable?

SENATOR DEBBIE STABENOW (D-MI): I have already had some discussions with colleagues and, you know, I feel like that’s gonna happen. Yep.

I guarantee you more people will read the transcript of this conversion than probably heard it live on liberal talk radio.

The Dems have long been irritated at the success of conservative talk radio as their liberal counterparts have failed miserably. So, rather than come up with a format that is competitive in the market, they'll just take the market away.

I don't think they'll be successful in the long run