WAMC Northeast Public Radio Presents Ask The Commissioner

ALBANY, NY (03/17/2008)(readMedia)-- An evening with FCC Commissioner Jonathan Adelstein Moderated by WAMC President, Alan Chartock

Tuesday March 25 7 PM Free Admission at The Linda WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio

We’re bringing FCC Commissioner Jonathan Adelstein here, to the Linda. He will take your questions about media and consolidation. Hear what he has to say about the FCC and its future direction. He’s a busy man, but he’s making time for us and we want you in on the discussion.

The world of media is changing. Fewer local companies own newspapers. Television networks merge. Some companies own both papers and television stations. The corporations say consolidation gives media outlets in smaller markets access to big-company firms. The locally-owned outlets say consolidation cuts down on the independence of the news consumers receive. The federal government sets rules when it comes to media. And we’re giving you, our listeners, the opportunity to ask any questions you might have of the government and its communications policies.

Unanimously confirmed twice by the U.S. Senate to be a member of the Federal Communications Commission and a life-long public servant, Jonathan Adelstein has dedicated his career to fighting for the public interest. As a Commissioner, his approach is guided by the key principle that the public interest means securing access to communications for everyone, including those the market may leave behind.

Jonathan Adelstein is a particularly strong advocate for media diversity and localism, and works diligently to encourage increased voices on the airwaves to support a well-informed citizenry. He has worked to promote access to telecommunications and media outlets by minorities, rural and low-income consumers, people with disabilities, and non-English speakers.

This event is free and open to the public For reservations please call us at The Linda - 518-465-5233 ext.4

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