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Why Stephen Colbert is right about the ‘equal time’ rule, despite warnings from the FCC

  • Written by Seth Ashley, Professor of Communication, Boise State University
Why Stephen Colbert is right about the ‘equal time’ rule, despite warnings from the FCCCBS says it warned Stephen Colbert that an interview with a politician could trigger an FCC rule requiring broadcasters to give political candidates equal access to the airwaves.The Late Show With Stephen Colbert/YouTube

Talk show host Stephen Colbert made headlines on Feb. 17, 2026, when he wrapped a network statement in a dog-waste bag and tossed...

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